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Orrstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Orrstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 357. Residents earn $65,217 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
357 Population 5,950/sq mi density
$65,217 Median Income $29,058 per capita
$144,500 Home Value $275,223 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,217 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,500 home value, $3,501/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,217
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density5,950/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,217
Per Capita$29,058
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,500
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,223
Housing Units159
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute21 min
Broadband75.4%
Libraries8

Is Orrstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orrstown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Orrstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orrstown is $65,217, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orrstown is $144,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Orrstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Orrstown has a population of 357 with a density of 5,950 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

357
Total Population
5,950
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Orrstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Orrstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orrstown is $65,217, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Orrstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,217
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Orrstown is $144,500, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,223.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,500
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,223

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
Orrstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density5,950/sq mi
Coordinates40.0588°N, 77.6082°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 75.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,950/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.4%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.6%

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