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Robertsdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Robertsdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 227. Residents earn $39,583 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
227 Population 1,195/sq mi density
$39,583 Median Income $23,598 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $111,533 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,583 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,583
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.2%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density1,195/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,583
Per Capita$23,598
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,533
Rent Burden21.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,771 ft (540 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.2%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute45 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries8

Is Robertsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Robertsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, long commute times. Robertsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Robertsdale is $39,583, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Robertsdale is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Robertsdale 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.

Robertsdale has a population of 227 with a density of 1,195 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

227
Total Population
1,195
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Robertsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Robertsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Robertsdale is $39,583, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Robertsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,583
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,598
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% 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 Rate6.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Robertsdale is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,533

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate6.06%
Robertsdale 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

Elevation1,771 ft (540 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,195/sq mi
Coordinates40.1832°N, 78.1153°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 98.0% 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+1.2%
96% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,195/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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