Matamoras, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Matamoras is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,448. Residents earn $74,145 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,448 Population 3,548/sq mi density
$74,145 Median Income $59,218 per capita
$237,600 Home Value $284,833 Zillow
$1,328 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,145 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$237,600 home value, $1,328/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,145
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $237,600
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,328
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,448
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density3,548/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,145
Per Capita$59,218
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$237,600
Rent$1,328
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,833

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation431 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute35 min
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Matamoras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matamoras receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Matamoras stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matamoras is $74,145, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Matamoras is $237,600, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,328 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Matamoras experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Matamoras has a population of 2,448 with a density of 3,548 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

2,448
Total Population
3,548
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Matamoras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Matamoras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matamoras is $74,145, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Matamoras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,145
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$59,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Matamoras is $237,600, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,328 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,600
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,833
Median List Price$249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,000
$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,328
14% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%

Health Metrics: Matamoras vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375

Crime Rates: Matamoras vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Matamoras has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation431 ft (131 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density3,548/sq mi
Coordinates41.3666°N, 74.6997°W
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,548/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

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