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Reservoir, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Reservoir is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 86.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
86 Population 187/sq mi density
$181,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $181,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age74.5 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,738
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$181,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute12 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries8

Is Reservoir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reservoir receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Reservoir 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 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reservoir is $181,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Reservoir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Reservoir has a population of 86 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 74.5 years, 92% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
74.5yrs
Median Age
92% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.6%
Female 74.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Reservoir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reservoir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reservoir is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Reservoir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,738
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Reservoir is $181,800, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,800
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
Reservoir has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates40.4027°N, 78.3848°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 48.0% 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+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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