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Ramey, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ramey is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 401. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
401 Population 431/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $32,214 per capita
$98,100 Home Value
$788 Median Rent 43.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,100 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population401
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density431/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$32,214
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,100
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units198
Rent Burden43.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute35 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries8

Is Ramey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramey receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ramey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramey is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramey is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ramey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ramey has a population of 401 with a density of 431 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

401
Total Population
431
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ramey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramey is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Ramey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,214
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramey is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden43.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
Ramey has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density431/sq mi
Coordinates40.8025°N, 78.4006°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density431/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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