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Riddlesburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Riddlesburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 183. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
183 Population 366/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $37,708 per capita
$96,700 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density366/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$37,708
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation999 ft (304 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+76.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries8

Is Riddlesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riddlesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Riddlesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riddlesburg is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riddlesburg is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Riddlesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Riddlesburg has a population of 183 with a density of 366 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%).

Population

183
Total Population
366
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Riddlesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Riddlesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riddlesburg is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Riddlesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,708
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% 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 Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Riddlesburg is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
Riddlesburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density366/sq mi
Coordinates40.1571°N, 78.2529°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 74.0% 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+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+76.6%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density366/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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