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North Irwin, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

North Irwin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 745. Residents earn $52,798 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
745 Population 3,725/sq mi density
$52,798 Median Income $38,129 per capita
$151,800 Home Value $166,017 Zillow
$785 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$52,798 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,800 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,798
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,800
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population745
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density3,725/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,798
Per Capita$38,129
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,800
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,017
Housing Units416
Rent Burden24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation990 ft (302 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries22

Is North Irwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Irwin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. North Irwin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Irwin is $52,798, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Irwin is $151,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North Irwin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

North Irwin has a population of 745 with a density of 3,725 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

745
Total Population
3,725
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North Irwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Irwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Irwin is $52,798, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: North Irwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,798
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,129
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in North Irwin is $151,800, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,800
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,017
Median List Price$120,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$120,000
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.3%
Housing Units416
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.02%
North Irwin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation990 ft (302 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,725/sq mi
Coordinates40.3389°N, 79.7114°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,725/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Nearby Cities

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