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Natrona, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Natrona is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 812. Residents earn $41,563 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
812 Population 1,980/sq mi density
$41,563 Median Income $29,011 per capita
$44,500 Home Value
$854 Median Rent 40.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$41,563 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,500 home value, $854/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,563
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population812
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density1,980/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,563
Per Capita$29,011
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,500
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden40.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation766 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries72

Is Natrona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Natrona receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Natrona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Natrona is $41,563, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Natrona is $44,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Natrona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Natrona has a population of 812 with a density of 1,980 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

812
Total Population
1,980
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Natrona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Natrona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Natrona is $41,563, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Natrona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,563
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,011
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate19.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit6.2%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Natrona is $44,500, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,500
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg
Rent Burden40.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate19.89%
Natrona has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation766 ft (233 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,980/sq mi
Coordinates40.6119°N, 79.7225°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,980/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit6.2%
Work from Home2.3%

Nearby Cities

Natrona Heights, PA 6,955 pop · 0.8 mi Brackenridge, PA 3,203 pop · 1.0 mi Lower Burrell, PA 11,659 pop · 2.0 mi Tarentum, PA 4,286 pop · 2.0 mi New Kensington, PA 12,072 pop · 3.2 mi Arnold, PA 4,738 pop · 3.2 mi Freeport, PA 1,736 pop · 5.5 mi West Leechburg, PA 1,257 pop · 5.6 mi Springdale, PA 3,355 pop · 5.8 mi Russellton, PA 1,237 pop · 6.2 mi Cheswick, PA 1,704 pop · 6.3 mi Leechburg, PA 2,052 pop · 6.4 mi Plum, PA 26,873 pop · 7.7 mi Vandergrift, PA 5,028 pop · 7.8 mi
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