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Oaks, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oaks is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 860. Residents earn $162,308 per year, which is 116% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
860 Population 717/sq mi density
$162,308 Median Income $96,145 per capita
$542,600 Home Value
$1,990 Median Rent 48.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$162,308 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$542,600 home value, $1,990/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $162,308
116% higher than US avg
Home Value $542,600
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.9%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,990
71% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population860
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density717/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$162,308
Per Capita$96,145
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$542,600
Rent$1,990
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden48.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation124 ft (38 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.9%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.1%
Libraries37

Is Oaks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oaks receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oaks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oaks is $162,308, which is significantly higher than the national average — 116% above $75,149. This places Oaks among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Oaks is $542,600, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,990 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Oaks is a highly educated community — 59.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oaks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oaks has a population of 860 with a density of 717 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%).

Population

860
Total Population
717
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oaks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oaks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oaks is $162,308, which is 116% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oaks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$162,308
116% above US avg
Per Capita Income$96,145
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oaks is $542,600, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,990 (71% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$542,600
92% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,990
71% above US avg
Rent Burden48.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
Oaks has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation124 ft (38 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density717/sq mi
Coordinates40.1316°N, 75.4565°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.9%
78% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density717/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.1%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

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