Perryopolis, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Perryopolis is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,483. Residents earn $56,607 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,483 Population 1,009/sq mi density
$56,607 Median Income $30,474 per capita
$176,300 Home Value $169,007 Zillow
$724 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
57 Violent Crime/100K 682 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,607 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$176,300 home value, $724/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
57 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,607
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,300
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 57/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $724
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,483
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,607
Per Capita$30,474
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,300
Rent$724
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,007

Crime

F
Violent57/100K
Property682/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault57/100K
Burglary114/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,014 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Libraries22

Is Perryopolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perryopolis receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Perryopolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perryopolis is $56,607, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perryopolis is $176,300, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $724 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Perryopolis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 682 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

27.5% 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

Perryopolis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Perryopolis has a population of 1,483 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

1,483
Total Population
1,009
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Perryopolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perryopolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perryopolis is $56,607, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Perryopolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,607
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,474
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Perryopolis is $176,300, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $724 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,007.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,300
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,007

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$724
38% 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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Perryopolis has a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 682 per 100,000 (65% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent56.9/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault56.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property682.2/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary113.7/100K
Theft511.7/100K
Vehicle Theft56.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Perryopolis has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Coordinates40.0868°N, 79.7526°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home19.4%

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