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Saltillo, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Saltillo is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 452. Residents earn $72,647 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
452 Population 1,808/sq mi density
$72,647 Median Income $27,346 per capita
$112,000 Home Value
$591 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,647 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,000 home value, $591/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,647
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $591
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density1,808/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,647
Per Capita$27,346
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute60 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,000
Rent$591
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden41.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute60 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries8

Is Saltillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saltillo receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Saltillo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saltillo is $72,647, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saltillo is $112,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $591 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saltillo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saltillo has a population of 452 with a density of 1,808 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

452
Total Population
1,808
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saltillo is $72,647, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Saltillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,647
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,346
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% 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 Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.6 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saltillo is $112,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $591 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,000
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$591
49% below US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units175
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
Saltillo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Coordinates40.2118°N, 78.0062°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Saltillo is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 92.3% 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+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.6 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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