Republic, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Republic is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,171. Residents earn $50,978 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,171 Population 1,604/sq mi density
$50,978 Median Income $22,912 per capita
$103,800 Home Value $45,158 Zillow
$904 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$50,978 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,800 home value, $904/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,978
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $904
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,171
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,604/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,978
Per Capita$22,912
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,800
Rent$904
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$45,158

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,093 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+83.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Republic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Republic receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Republic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Republic is $50,978, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Republic is $103,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $904 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

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Republic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Republic has a population of 1,171 with a density of 1,604 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%).

Population

1,171
Total Population
1,604
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Republic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Republic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Republic is $50,978, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Republic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,978
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,912
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Republic is $103,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $904 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $45,158.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$45,158

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$904
22% below 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-Occupied55.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death12,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities418

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Republic has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,604/sq mi
Coordinates39.9664°N, 79.8769°W
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,604/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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