Sandy, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $53,250

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $136,600

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Median Rent $900

23% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.8%

3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population853

Median Age57.7 yrs

Density614/mi²

Male / Female44% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$53,250

Per Capita$34,551

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty12.8%

County GDP$4,033M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$136,600

Rent$900

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units642

Rent Burden39.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,566 ft (477 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+90.6%

Graduate+8.1%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute14 min

Broadband89.0%

Libraries5

Is Sandy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandy 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sandy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sandy is $53,250, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sandy is $136,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sandy has a population of 853 with a density of 614 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.5% female and 43.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

853

Total Population

614

People / sq mi

57.7yrs

Median Age

48% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%

Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.0%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.0%
	70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sandy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandy is $53,250, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,551 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $992, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,062 business establishments, including 180 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sandy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,250
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,551
Avg Weekly Wage	$992
IRS Avg AGI	$59,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.8%
	3% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,062
County GDP	$4,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants	180
Healthcare	271
Retail	326
Manufacturing	102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,135
	18% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.9 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sandy is $136,600, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 642 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $4,135 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 39.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$136,600
	52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg
Rent Burden	39.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	69.1%
Housing Units	642
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,135
	18% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.03%

Sandy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,566 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.8°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.4 inches
	12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,566 ft (477 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	614/sq mi
Coordinates	41.1023°N, 78.7772°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Clearfield County County
County FIPS	42033

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-3°C)	2.7 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	3.6 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
May	56°F (14°C)	4.1 in
June	65°F (18°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
July	69°F (21°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.8 in
October	49°F (10°C)	3.0 in
November	39°F (4°C)	3.5 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.4 in

Sandy has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 25°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.7").

Sandy is located in Clearfield County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.4% of the vote, a 51.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 271 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%

D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	90.6%
Graduate Degree+	8.1%
School Test Score	5.95

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	614/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi
County	Clearfield County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	271
Restaurants	180
Retail Stores	326

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.9 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sandy

What is the population of Sandy?

Sandy has a population of 853 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 614 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.5% female and 43.5% male.

Is Sandy expensive to live in?

Sandy has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $53,250, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $136,600 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sandy?

Sandy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sandy?

The job market in Sandy is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $992. There are 2,062 business establishments in the area, including 180 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 20.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sandy?

The median home value in Sandy is $136,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,135.

How are the schools in Sandy?

Schools in Sandy score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.1% of adults in Sandy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sandy?

The average commute in Sandy is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sandy?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sandy is 100% White. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

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