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Oneida, PA

Pennsylvania

Oneida is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 382. Residents earn $160,586 per year, which is 114% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
382 Population 2,247/sq mi density
$160,586 Median Income $43,605 per capita
$110,200 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$160,586 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $160,586
114% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density2,247/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$160,586
Per Capita$43,605
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units228
Rent Burden25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute38 min
Broadband97.8%
Libraries14

Is Oneida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oneida receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Oneida offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oneida is $160,586, which is significantly higher than the national average — 114% above $75,149. This places Oneida among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oneida is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oneida experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oneida has a population of 382 with a density of 2,247 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.2%).

Population

382
Total Population
2,247
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.9%
Female 24.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oneida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oneida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oneida is $160,586, which is 114% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Oneida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$160,586
114% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,605
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oneida is $110,200, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.89%
Oneida has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,247/sq mi
Coordinates40.9072°N, 76.1238°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 97.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,247/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Nearby Cities

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