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Railroad, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Railroad is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 286.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
286 Population 447/sq mi density
$211,400 Home Value
$1,026 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $211,400
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,026
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population286
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,216
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$211,400
Rent$1,026
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units166
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation803 ft (245 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries14

Is Railroad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Railroad receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Railroad has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Railroad is $211,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Railroad experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Railroad has a population of 286 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

286
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Railroad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Railroad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Railroad is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Railroad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,216
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Railroad is $211,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,026 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,400
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,026
12% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.2%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
Railroad has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation803 ft (245 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates39.7596°N, 76.6961°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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