Oliver, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Oliver is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,198. Residents earn $50,185 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,198 Population 990/sq mi density
$50,185 Median Income $32,215 per capita
$155,200 Home Value
$704 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,185 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$155,200 home value, $704/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,185
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,198
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density990/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,185
Per Capita$32,215
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,200
Rent$704
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation972 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Oliver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oliver receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Oliver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oliver is $50,185, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oliver is $155,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oliver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oliver has a population of 2,198 with a density of 990 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

2,198
Total Population
990
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oliver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oliver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oliver is $50,185, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Oliver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,185
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,215
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Oliver is $155,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,200
45% below US avg
Median List Price$55,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$55,000
$/Sq Ft$75
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below 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-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Premature Death12,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities418

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Oliver has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation972 ft (296 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density990/sq mi
Coordinates39.9153°N, 79.7213°W
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density990/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

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