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Nuangola, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Nuangola is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 743. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
743 Population 630/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $53,267 per capita
$244,100 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,100 home value, $1,000/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,100
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population743
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density630/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$53,267
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,100
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units382
Rent Burden43.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+13.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries16

Is Nuangola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nuangola receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nuangola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nuangola is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nuangola is $244,100, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nuangola 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 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nuangola has a population of 743 with a density of 630 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

743
Total Population
630
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Nuangola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nuangola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nuangola is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Nuangola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,267
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nuangola is $244,100, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,100
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%
Housing Units382
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
Nuangola 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 48.8 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 Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density630/sq mi
Coordinates41.1584°N, 75.9780°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+13.1%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density630/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

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