North York, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

North York is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,503. Residents earn $62,143 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,503 Population 8,074/sq mi density
$62,143 Median Income $28,782 per capita
$120,700 Home Value
$1,137 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$62,143 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,700 home value, $1,137/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,143
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,137
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,503
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density8,074/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

C
Median Income$62,143
Per Capita$28,782
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,700
Rent$1,137
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Elevation386 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute22 min
Libraries14

Is North York a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North York receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. North York offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North York is $62,143, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North York is $120,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,137 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North York experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

North York has a population of 2,503 with a density of 8,074 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 9% Black.

Population

2,503
Total Population
8,074
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North York vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North York is $62,143, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: North York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,143
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,782
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North York is $120,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,137 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,700
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,137
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%

Health Metrics: North York vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

North York has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density8,074/sq mi
Coordinates39.9780°N, 76.7309°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density8,074/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

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