Progress, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Progress is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 11,143. Residents earn $75,362 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
11,143 Population 3,690/sq mi density
$75,362 Median Income $34,837 per capita
$192,000 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,362 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,362
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,143
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density3,690/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,362
Per Capita$34,837
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,000
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation467 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Libraries10

Is Progress a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Progress receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Progress stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Progress is $75,362, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Progress is $192,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Progress experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Progress has a population of 11,143 with a density of 3,690 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 25.9% Black.

Population

11,143
Total Population
3,690
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Progress vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Progress vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Progress is $75,362, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Progress vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,362
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,837
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Progress is $192,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,000
32% below US avg
Median List Price$257,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$257,400
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%

Health Metrics: Progress vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

Crime Rates: Progress vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Progress has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation467 ft (142 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density3,690/sq mi
Coordinates40.2901°N, 76.8394°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,690/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

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