Saxonburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Saxonburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,293. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,293 Population 1,421/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $33,668 per capita
$195,600 Home Value $292,570 Zillow
$853 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$195,600 home value, $853/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,600
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $853
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,293
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density1,421/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$33,668
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$14,518M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,600
Rent$853
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,570

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,304 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Saxonburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saxonburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Saxonburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saxonburg is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saxonburg is $195,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saxonburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saxonburg has a population of 1,293 with a density of 1,421 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

1,293
Total Population
1,421
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saxonburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saxonburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saxonburg is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Saxonburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,261
IRS Avg AGI$96,649

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,418
County GDP$14,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants387
Healthcare646
Retail670
Manufacturing269

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saxonburg is $195,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,570.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,570
Median List Price$338,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$338,000
$/Sq Ft$230
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$853
27% 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-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,000
71% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Premature Death7,053/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access84.6%
Healthcare Facilities646

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Saxonburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,304 ft (397 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Coordinates40.7510°N, 79.8150°W
County FIPS42019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants387
Retail Stores670

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home11.3%

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