Russellton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Russellton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,237. Residents earn $78,068 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,237 Population 859/sq mi density
$78,068 Median Income $36,685 per capita
$207,400 Home Value $186,268 Zillow
$957 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,068 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,400 home value, $957/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,068
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,400
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.9%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $957
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,237
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density859/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,068
Per Capita$36,685
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,400
Rent$957
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,268

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation1,129 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+99.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Libraries72

Is Russellton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Russellton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellton is $78,068, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellton is $207,400, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $957 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Russellton has a population of 1,237 with a density of 859 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,237
Total Population
859
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellton is $78,068, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Russellton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,068
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,685
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellton is $207,400, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $957 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,268.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,400
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,268

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$957
18% 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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Russellton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density859/sq mi
Coordinates40.6081°N, 79.8401°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density859/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home23.4%

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