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Prompton, PA

Pennsylvania

Prompton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 214. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
214 Population 140/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $35,648 per capita
$165,800 Home Value $276,214 Zillow
$1,028 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,800 home value, $1,028/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,800
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,028
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$35,648
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,800
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,214
Housing Units112
Rent Burden22.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries7

Is Prompton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prompton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Prompton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prompton is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prompton is $165,800, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Prompton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Prompton has a population of 214 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

214
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Prompton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prompton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prompton is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Prompton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Prompton is $165,800, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,214.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,800
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,214

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
Prompton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates41.5937°N, 75.3246°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home11.6%

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