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Rural Valley, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Rural Valley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 929. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
929 Population 440/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $33,303 per capita
$135,000 Home Value $137,496 Zillow
$1,046 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,000 home value, $1,046/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,000
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,046
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population929
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$33,303
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,000
Rent$1,046
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,496
Housing Units453
Rent Burden14.6%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries4

Is Rural Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rural Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rural Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rural Valley is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.6% 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 Rural Valley is $135,000, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rural Valley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rural Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°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 45.7 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rural Valley has a population of 929 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

929
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Rural Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rural Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rural Valley is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Rural Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,303
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rural Valley is $135,000, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,046 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,496.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,000
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,496
Median List Price$90,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$90,000
$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,046
10% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%
Housing Units453
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
Rural Valley has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rural Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Rural Valley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates40.7991°N, 79.3149°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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