Nanty-Glo, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Nanty-Glo is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,399. Residents earn $47,933 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,399 Population 1,269/sq mi density
$47,933 Median Income $27,207 per capita
$81,100 Home Value
$666 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,933 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,100 home value, $666/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,933
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

How Nanty-Glo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,399
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density1,269/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,933
Per Capita$27,207
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,100
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation1,707 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Libraries14

Is Nanty-Glo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nanty-Glo receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nanty-Glo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nanty-Glo is $47,933, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nanty-Glo is $81,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nanty-Glo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nanty-Glo has a population of 2,399 with a density of 1,269 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

2,399
Total Population
1,269
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nanty-Glo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nanty-Glo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nanty-Glo is $47,933, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Nanty-Glo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,933
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,207
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nanty-Glo is $81,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,100
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below 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-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.73%

Health Metrics: Nanty-Glo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Premature Death10,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities471

Crime Rates: Nanty-Glo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Nanty-Glo 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 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,707 ft (520 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density1,269/sq mi
Coordinates40.4706°N, 78.8340°W
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,269/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

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