Patton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Patton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,894. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,894 Population 2,128/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $25,436 per capita
$89,900 Home Value $108,590 Zillow
$389 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
59 Violent Crime/100K 585 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,900 home value, $389/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
59 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,900
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 59/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $389
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,894
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density2,128/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$25,436
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,900
Rent$389
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,590

Crime

F
Violent59/100K
Property585/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault59/100K
Burglary117/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,736 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Patton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Patton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patton is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patton is $89,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $389 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Patton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 585 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Patton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Patton has a population of 1,894 with a density of 2,128 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,894
Total Population
2,128
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Patton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patton is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Patton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,436
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below 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 Rate5.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Patton is $89,900, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $389 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,590.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,900
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,590

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$389
67% 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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.17%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death10,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities471
Patton has a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 585 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent58.6/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault58.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property585.5/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary117.1/100K
Theft468.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson58.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Patton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,736 ft (529 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,128/sq mi
Coordinates40.6324°N, 78.6499°W
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% 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+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,128/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

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