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Oberlin, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oberlin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 452. Residents earn $138,750 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
452 Population 3,477/sq mi density
$138,750 Median Income $36,440 per capita
$148,100 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$138,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,100 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,750
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density3,477/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$138,750
Per Capita$36,440
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units197
Rent Burden27.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute17 min
Broadband87.9%
Libraries10

Is Oberlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oberlin receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Oberlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oberlin is $138,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Oberlin among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oberlin is $148,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oberlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oberlin has a population of 452 with a density of 3,477 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

452
Total Population
3,477
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.2%
Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oberlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oberlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oberlin is $138,750, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Oberlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,750
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oberlin is $148,100, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,100
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio104.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
Oberlin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,477/sq mi
Coordinates40.2398°N, 76.8157°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 87.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,477/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.8%

Nearby Cities

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