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Orviston, PA

Pennsylvania

Orviston is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 74.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
74 Population 673/sq mi density
$35,300 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $35,300
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,354
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$35,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation882 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries2

Is Orviston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orviston receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Orviston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orviston is $35,300, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Orviston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Orviston has a population of 74 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

74
Total Population
673
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Orviston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Orviston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orviston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Orviston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,354
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orviston is $35,300, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,300
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate12.97%
Orviston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation882 ft (269 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density673/sq mi
Coordinates41.1073°N, 77.7534°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density673/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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