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Royer, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Royer is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 34. Residents earn $58,036 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
34 Population 262/sq mi density
$58,036 Median Income $36,468 per capita
$158,900 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,036
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,036
Per Capita$36,468
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries8

Is Royer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royer receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Royer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Royer is $58,036, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Royer is $158,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Royer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Royer has a population of 34 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

34
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Royer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Royer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royer is $58,036, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Royer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,036
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,468
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate3.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit20.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Royer is $158,900, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,900
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units25
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.05%
Royer has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates40.4223°N, 78.2723°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 17.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit20.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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