Richland, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Richland is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,613. Residents earn $91,979 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,613 Population 1,160/sq mi density
$91,979 Median Income $35,939 per capita
$198,000 Home Value $298,103 Zillow
$972 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$91,979 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,000 home value, $972/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,979
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $972
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,613
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,160/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,979
Per Capita$35,939
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,000
Rent$972
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,103

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation496 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is Richland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richland receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Richland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richland is $91,979, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richland is $198,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $972 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Richland has a population of 1,613 with a density of 1,160 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

1,613
Total Population
1,160
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richland is $91,979, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,979
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,939
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Richland is $198,000, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $972 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,103.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,000
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,103
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$972
16% 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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Richland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation496 ft (151 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,160/sq mi
Coordinates40.3574°N, 76.2569°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,160/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home18.2%

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