Sandy Lake, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Mercer County County
Sandy Lake, PA
At a Glance
How Sandy Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sandy Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sandy Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sandy Lake residents earn a median household income of $67,292 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,277. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,857 business establishments, including 251 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sandy Lake is $165,800 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,681. Median rent is $745/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Sandy Lake reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 637/100K.
Education
46.4% of adults in Sandy Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sandy Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.