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Ore Hill, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ore Hill is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 210.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
210 Population 1,750/sq mi density
$111,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $111,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,750/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,479
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$111,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,458 ft (444 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries8

Is Ore Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ore Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ore Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ore Hill is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ore Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ore Hill has a population of 210 with a density of 1,750 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

210
Total Population
1,750
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ore Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.0%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.0%
79% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ore Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ore Hill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Ore Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,479
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ore Hill is $111,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

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 Units79
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
Ore Hill has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,458 ft (444 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,750/sq mi
Coordinates40.2923°N, 78.4033°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,750/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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