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Pocono Mountain Lake Estates, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Pocono Mountain Lake Estates is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,168. Residents earn $61,008 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,168 Population 548/sq mi density
$61,008 Median Income $37,337 per capita
$196,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,008 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$196,000 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,008
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

How Pocono Mountain Lake Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,168
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,008
Per Capita$37,337
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute60 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units658
Rent Burden31.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation989 ft (301 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute60 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries7

Is Pocono Mountain Lake Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pocono Mountain Lake Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Pocono Mountain Lake Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pocono Mountain Lake Estates is $61,008, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pocono Mountain Lake Estates is $196,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pocono Mountain Lake Estates experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pocono Mountain Lake Estates has a population of 1,168 with a density of 548 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.4%), with 31% Black.

Population

1,168
Total Population
548
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pocono Mountain Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.9%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.1%
162% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pocono Mountain Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pocono Mountain Lake Estates is $61,008, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Pocono Mountain Lake Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,008
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.8 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pocono Mountain Lake Estates is $196,000, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,000
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units658
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate5.17%
Pocono Mountain Lake Estates has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation989 ft (301 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density548/sq mi
Coordinates41.1553°N, 74.9651°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density548/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.8 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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