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Port Matilda, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Port Matilda is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 552. Residents earn $50,511 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
552 Population 920/sq mi density
$50,511 Median Income $43,691 per capita
$157,200 Home Value $418,768 Zillow
$697 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,511 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$157,200 home value, $697/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,511
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population552
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density920/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,511
Per Capita$43,691
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,200
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,768
Housing Units302
Rent Burden23.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries8

Is Port Matilda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Matilda receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Port Matilda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Matilda is $50,511, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Matilda is $157,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Matilda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Port Matilda has a population of 552 with a density of 920 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

552
Total Population
920
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Matilda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Matilda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Matilda is $50,511, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Port Matilda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,511
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,691
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Matilda is $157,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $697 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,768.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,768

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%
Housing Units302
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
Port Matilda has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density920/sq mi
Coordinates40.8000°N, 78.0526°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density920/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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