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Oakland, PA

Pennsylvania

Oakland is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 523. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
523 Population 1,162/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $25,833 per capita
$97,100 Home Value
$714 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
169 Violent Crime/100K 508 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,100 home value, $714/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
169 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,100
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 169/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $714
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population523
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,162/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$25,833
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,100
Rent$714
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units228
Rent Burden22.9%

Crime

F
Violent169/100K
Property508/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault169/100K
Burglary338/100K

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries4

Is Oakland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakland receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oakland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakland is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakland is $97,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $714 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Oakland is below the national average at 169 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 508 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oakland has a population of 523 with a density of 1,162 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

523
Total Population
1,162
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakland is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oakland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,833
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakland is $97,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $714 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,100
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$714
39% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
Oakland has a violent crime rate of 169 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 508 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent169.2/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault169.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property507.6/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary338.4/100K
Theft169.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,162/sq mi
Coordinates41.9508°N, 75.6088°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,162/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Nearby Cities

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