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Portersville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Portersville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 220. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
220 Population 275/sq mi density
$65,938 Median Income $37,730 per capita
$185,200 Home Value $270,120 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,938 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,200 home value, $675/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,200
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$37,730
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$4,200M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,120
Housing Units103
Rent Burden25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+12.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband98.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Portersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Portersville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Portersville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Portersville is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Portersville is $185,200, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Portersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Portersville has a population of 220 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

220
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Portersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Portersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Portersville is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Portersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,938
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,730
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$63,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,000
County GDP$4,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare280
Retail253
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Portersville is $185,200, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,200
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
Portersville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates40.9243°N, 80.1469°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+12.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities280
Restaurants164
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home12.3%

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