Nixon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Nixon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,214. Residents earn $129,909 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,214 Population 451/sq mi density
$129,909 Median Income $56,708 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$129,909 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,909
73% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,214
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,909
Per Capita$56,708
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,518M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,246 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+99.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Libraries8

Is Nixon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nixon receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Nixon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nixon is $129,909, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Nixon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nixon is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nixon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nixon has a population of 1,214 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

1,214
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nixon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nixon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nixon is $129,909, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nixon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,909
73% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,708
Avg Weekly Wage$1,261
IRS Avg AGI$96,649

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,418
County GDP$14,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants387
Healthcare646
Retail670
Manufacturing269

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home32.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nixon is $300,000, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg
Median List Price$790,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$790,000
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Effective Rate2.00%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Premature Death7,053/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access84.6%
Healthcare Facilities646

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Nixon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates40.7858°N, 79.9375°W
County FIPS42019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+99.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants387
Retail Stores670

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home32.3%

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