Oakwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oakwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,263. Residents earn $72,273 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,263 Population 874/sq mi density
$72,273 Median Income $29,742 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$1,261 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,273 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $1,261/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,273
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,261
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,263
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density874/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,273
Per Capita$29,742
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$12,615M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$1,261
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation1,032 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute21 min
Libraries16

Is Oakwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakwood receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Oakwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakwood is $72,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakwood is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oakwood has a population of 2,263 with a density of 874 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

2,263
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakwood is $72,273, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Oakwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,273
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,742
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$65,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,253
County GDP$12,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare727
Retail807
Manufacturing297

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakwood is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Median List Price$112,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$112,500
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,261
8% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death12,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access89.2%
Healthcare Facilities727

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Oakwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall27.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,032 ft (315 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates41.0109°N, 80.3795°W
County FIPS39099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density874/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities727
Restaurants557
Retail Stores807

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home15.4%

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