Oley, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,232. Residents earn $85,068 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,232 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$85,068 Median Income $36,315 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,354 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,068 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,354/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,068
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,354
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,232
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,068
Per Capita$36,315
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,354
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation421 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute22 min
Libraries25

Is Oley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oley receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oley is $85,068, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oley is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,354 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oley has a population of 1,232 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).

Population

1,232
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oley is $85,068, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Oley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,068
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oley is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,354 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Median List Price$355,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$355,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,354
16% 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-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Oley has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates40.3898°N, 75.7872°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home8.5%

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