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Madera, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Madera is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 562. Residents earn $57,059 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
562 Population 461/sq mi density
$57,059 Median Income $25,997 per capita
$95,500 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$57,059 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,059
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

How Madera Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population562
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density461/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,059
Per Capita$25,997
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries8

Is Madera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madera receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Madera offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madera is $57,059, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madera is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Madera experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Madera has a population of 562 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

562
Total Population
461
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Madera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Madera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madera is $57,059, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Madera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,059
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,997
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Madera is $95,500, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.08%
Madera has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density461/sq mi
Coordinates40.8292°N, 78.4303°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density461/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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