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Roulette, PA

Pennsylvania

Roulette is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 687. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
687 Population 399/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $25,784 per capita
$81,500 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population687
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$25,784
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$2,212M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360
Rent Burden20.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,538 ft (469 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.8%
Libraries5

Is Roulette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roulette receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Roulette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roulette is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roulette is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Roulette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 71.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Roulette has a population of 687 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

687
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Roulette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Roulette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roulette is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Roulette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,784
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$56,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,061
County GDP$2,212M

Business (County)

Restaurants97
Healthcare129
Retail149
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,644
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roulette is $81,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units360
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,644
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.70%
Roulette has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall71.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,538 ft (469 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates41.7768°N, 78.1551°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.2-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 47.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities129
Restaurants97
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Nearby Cities

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