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North Towanda, PA

Pennsylvania

North Towanda is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 576. Residents earn $22,721 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
576 Population 758/sq mi density
$22,721 Median Income $24,678 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$583 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$22,721 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $583/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,721
70% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $583
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,721
Per Capita$24,678
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$6,798M
Commute18 min

Housing

C
Home Value$170,000
Rent$583
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation765 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Broadband52.7%
Libraries10

Is North Towanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Towanda receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. North Towanda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Towanda is $22,721, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Towanda is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North Towanda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

North Towanda has a population of 576 with a density of 758 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 8.5% Black.

Population

576
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.1%
Female 60.9%

Race & Ethnicity

North Towanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

North Towanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Towanda is $22,721, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: North Towanda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,721
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,678
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$73,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,525
County GDP$6,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare150
Retail235
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Towanda is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$583
50% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied22.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
North Towanda has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates41.7888°N, 76.4538°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 52.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.7%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants116
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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