Robesonia, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Robesonia is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,081. Residents earn $78,194 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,081 Population 2,338/sq mi density
$78,194 Median Income $37,657 per capita
$200,800 Home Value $319,877 Zillow
$896 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,194 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,800 home value, $896/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,194
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,800
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $896
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,081
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2,338/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,194
Per Capita$37,657
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,800
Rent$896
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,877
Housing Units900
Rent Burden23.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries6

Is Robesonia a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Robesonia is $78,194, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Robesonia is $200,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Robesonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Robesonia has a population of 2,081 with a density of 2,338 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

2,081
Total Population
2,338
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Robesonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Robesonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Robesonia is $78,194, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Robesonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,194
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% 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 Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Robesonia is $200,800, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,877.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,800
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,877
Median List Price$289,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$289,900
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units900
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
Robesonia has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 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) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,338/sq mi
Coordinates40.3486°N, 76.1386°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,338/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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