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Needmore, PA

Pennsylvania

Needmore is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 127. Residents earn $70,694 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 282/sq mi density
$70,694 Median Income $33,491 per capita
$146,700 Home Value
$767 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,694 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,700 home value, $767/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,694
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,700
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,694
Per Capita$33,491
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$831M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,700
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units51
Rent Burden16.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute29 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries2

Is Needmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Needmore 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. Needmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Needmore is $70,694, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Needmore is $146,700, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Needmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Needmore has a population of 127 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

127
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Needmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Needmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Needmore is $70,694, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Needmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,694
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,491
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$62,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)315
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare25
Retail36
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,088
17% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Needmore is $146,700, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,700
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units51
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,088
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
Needmore has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates39.8475°N, 78.1432°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.6-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%
D 13.5%

Winner: Republican by 72.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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