Oakdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oakdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,465. Residents earn $94,107 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,465 Population 3,117/sq mi density
$94,107 Median Income $46,332 per capita
$175,500 Home Value $341,496 Zillow
$1,076 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,107 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,500 home value, $1,076/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,107
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,500
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,076
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,465
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density3,117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,107
Per Capita$46,332
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,500
Rent$1,076
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,496

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation901 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Oakdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakdale receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oakdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakdale is $94,107, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.8% 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 Oakdale is $175,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,076 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oakdale has a population of 1,465 with a density of 3,117 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

1,465
Total Population
3,117
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakdale is $94,107, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oakdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,107
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,332
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakdale is $175,500, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,076 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,496.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,500
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,496
Median List Price$217,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$217,450
$/Sq Ft$104
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,076
7% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,548

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%

Health Metrics: Oakdale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation901 ft (275 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,117/sq mi
Coordinates40.4002°N, 80.1872°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,117/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

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