Russell, PA

Pennsylvania

Russell is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,300. Residents earn $97,647 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,300 Population 354/sq mi density
$97,647 Median Income $47,769 per capita
$192,200 Home Value
$654 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$97,647 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,200 home value, $654/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,647
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,200
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $654
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,300
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,647
Per Capita$47,769
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,200
Rent$654
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation1,298 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries5

Is Russell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russell receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Russell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russell is $97,647, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 Russell is $192,200, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $654 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Russell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 71.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Russell has a population of 1,300 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

1,300
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Russell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russell is $97,647, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Russell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,647
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,769
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$60,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)910
County GDP$1,726M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare111
Retail107
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Russell is $192,200, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $654 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,200
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$654
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%

Health Metrics: Russell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,023/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Russell has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall71.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,298 ft (396 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates41.9374°N, 79.1403°W
County FIPS42123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants71
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

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