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Northwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Northwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 161. Residents earn $38,702 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
161 Population 304/sq mi density
$38,702 Median Income $24,941 per capita
$84,800 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$38,702 median income, 16.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,800 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,702
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.2%
350% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,702
Per Capita$24,941
Unemployment16.2%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries8

Is Northwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northwood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Northwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northwood is $38,702, 48% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northwood is $84,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Northwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Northwood has a population of 161 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Northwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northwood is $38,702, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Northwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,702
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,941
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.2%
350% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Northwood is $84,800, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,800
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.72%
Northwood has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates40.6864°N, 78.2271°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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