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Port Trevorton, PA

Pennsylvania

Port Trevorton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 720. Residents earn $76,696 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
720 Population 213/sq mi density
$76,696 Median Income $27,665 per capita
$176,500 Home Value $198,816 Zillow
$1,300 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$76,696 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,500 home value, $1,300/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,696
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population720
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density213/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,696
Per Capita$27,665
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,500
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,816
Housing Units223
Rent Burden23.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation457 ft (139 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+69.2%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband77.8%
Libraries7

Is Port Trevorton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Trevorton 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. Port Trevorton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Trevorton is $76,696, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Trevorton is $176,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Trevorton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Port Trevorton has a population of 720 with a density of 213 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

720
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Trevorton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Trevorton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Trevorton is $76,696, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Port Trevorton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,696
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,665
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Trevorton is $176,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,816

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.0%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
Port Trevorton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation457 ft (139 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates40.6925°N, 76.8937°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 77.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+69.2%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density213/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

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