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Nicholson, PA

Pennsylvania

Nicholson is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 628. Residents earn $66,111 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
628 Population 541/sq mi density
$66,111 Median Income $27,963 per capita
$185,900 Home Value
$729 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,111 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,900 home value, $729/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,111
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density541/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,111
Per Capita$27,963
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,900
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units316
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,005 ft (306 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries4

Is Nicholson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nicholson receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Nicholson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nicholson is $66,111, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nicholson is $185,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nicholson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nicholson has a population of 628 with a density of 541 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

628
Total Population
541
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nicholson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nicholson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nicholson is $66,111, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Nicholson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,111
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,963
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nicholson is $185,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,900
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%
Housing Units316
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
Nicholson has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,005 ft (306 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density541/sq mi
Coordinates41.6286°N, 75.7894°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density541/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Nearby Cities

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