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Patterson Heights, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Patterson Heights is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 725. Residents earn $99,524 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
725 Population 3,152/sq mi density
$99,524 Median Income $46,079 per capita
$213,700 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$99,524 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,700 home value, $1,000/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,524
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $213,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population725
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density3,152/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$99,524
Per Capita$46,079
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,700
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units287
Rent Burden12.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+16.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries11

Is Patterson Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patterson Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Patterson Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patterson Heights is $99,524, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Patterson Heights among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.1% 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 Patterson Heights is $213,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Patterson Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Patterson Heights has a population of 725 with a density of 3,152 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

725
Total Population
3,152
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Patterson Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patterson Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patterson Heights is $99,524, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Patterson Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,524
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,079
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Patterson Heights is $213,700, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,700
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$126
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units287
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
Patterson Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 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 Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,152/sq mi
Coordinates40.7386°N, 80.3261°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+16.6%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,152/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home8.0%

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