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Robinson, PA

Pennsylvania

Robinson is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 509. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
509 Population 661/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $29,023 per capita
$56,400 Home Value
$1,085 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,400 home value, $1,085/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,085
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population509
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$29,023
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
Rent$1,085
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units220
Rent Burden22.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,081 ft (329 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries3

Is Robinson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Robinson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Robinson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Robinson is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Robinson is $56,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,085 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Robinson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Robinson has a population of 509 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

509
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Robinson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Robinson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Robinson is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Robinson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,023
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,921
County GDP$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare249
Retail276
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Robinson is $56,400, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,085 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,085
7% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Rate9.01%
Robinson has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,081 ft (329 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density661/sq mi
Coordinates40.4034°N, 79.1403°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density661/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Nearby Cities

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