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Pomeroy, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Pomeroy is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 902. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
902 Population 1,919/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $33,098 per capita
$235,000 Home Value
$2,050 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$235,000 home value, $2,050/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $235,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,050
76% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population902
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density1,919/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$33,098
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$60,160M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,000
Rent$2,050
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units294
Rent Burden14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation504 ft (154 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries18

Is Pomeroy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pomeroy receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pomeroy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pomeroy is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pomeroy is $235,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,050 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pomeroy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pomeroy has a population of 902 with a density of 1,919 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

902
Total Population
1,919
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pomeroy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pomeroy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pomeroy is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pomeroy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,098
Avg Weekly Wage$1,690
IRS Avg AGI$147,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,598
County GDP$60,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,045
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,361
Manufacturing520

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pomeroy is $235,000, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,050 (76% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,000
17% below US avg
Median List Price$364,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,000
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,050
76% above US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units294
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
Pomeroy has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation504 ft (154 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,919/sq mi
Coordinates39.9648°N, 75.8829°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,919/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,045
Retail Stores1,361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Nearby Cities

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