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Potters Mills, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Potters Mills is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 155.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
155 Population 122/sq mi density
$513,900 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $513,900
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.0%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,181
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$513,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units37
Rent Burden35.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+17.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute24 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries5

Is Potters Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potters Mills receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Potters Mills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potters Mills is $513,900, making it a premium housing market at 82% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Potters Mills is a highly educated community — 54.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Potters Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°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 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Potters Mills has a population of 155 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

155
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Potters Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potters Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potters Mills is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Potters Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,181
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Potters Mills is $513,900, 82% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$513,900
82% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units37
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
Potters Mills has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates40.8024°N, 77.6271°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 54.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.0%
60% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+17.9%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

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