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Rupert, PA

Pennsylvania

Rupert is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 158.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
158 Population 174/sq mi density
$168,300 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $168,300
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,120
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$168,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries7

Is Rupert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rupert receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rupert has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% 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 Rupert is $168,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

13.0% 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

Rupert experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°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 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rupert has a population of 158 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

158
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rupert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rupert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rupert is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Rupert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,120
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rupert is $168,300, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,300
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

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 Units65
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
Rupert has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates40.9755°N, 76.4816°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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