Paint, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Paint is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,031. Residents earn $42,679 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,031 Population 2,946/sq mi density
$42,679 Median Income $26,643 per capita
$94,900 Home Value
$745 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$42,679 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,900 home value, $745/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,679
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,900
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $745
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,031
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density2,946/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,679
Per Capita$26,643
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,900
Rent$745
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,722 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries14

Is Paint a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paint receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Paint offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paint is $42,679, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paint is $94,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Paint experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Paint has a population of 1,031 with a density of 2,946 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,031
Total Population
2,946
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Paint vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paint vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paint is $42,679, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Paint vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,679
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,643
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Paint is $94,900, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,900
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$745
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%

Health Metrics: Paint vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Premature Death10,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities471

Crime Rates: Paint vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Paint has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,722 ft (525 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,946/sq mi
Coordinates40.2421°N, 78.8501°W
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,946/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home6.2%

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