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Orwin, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Orwin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 199. Residents earn $95,357 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 321/sq mi density
$95,357 Median Income $29,621 per capita
$143,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,357 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,357
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,357
Per Capita$29,621
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden29.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation796 ft (243 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute33 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries6

Is Orwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orwin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Orwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orwin is $95,357, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orwin is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Orwin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Orwin has a population of 199 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

199
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Orwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orwin is $95,357, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Orwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,357
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,621
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orwin is $143,800, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

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 Units90
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
Orwin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation796 ft (243 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates40.5839°N, 76.5314°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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