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Norvelt, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Norvelt is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 891. Residents earn $54,605 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
891 Population 498/sq mi density
$54,605 Median Income $36,535 per capita
$197,900 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,605 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$197,900 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,605
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population891
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density498/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,605
Per Capita$36,535
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units496
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband72.1%
Libraries22

Is Norvelt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norvelt receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Norvelt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norvelt is $54,605, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norvelt is $197,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.7% 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

Norvelt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Norvelt has a population of 891 with a density of 498 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

891
Total Population
498
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Norvelt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Norvelt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norvelt is $54,605, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Norvelt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,605
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,535
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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 Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Norvelt is $197,900, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,900
30% below US avg
Median List Price$149,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$149,900
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units496
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
Norvelt has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density498/sq mi
Coordinates40.2050°N, 79.4970°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 72.1% 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+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density498/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.1%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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