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Saxton, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Saxton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 723. Residents earn $34,861 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
723 Population 1,763/sq mi density
$34,861 Median Income $22,376 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $142,290 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,861 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$119,600 home value, $638/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,861
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population723
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,763/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,861
Per Capita$22,376
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,290
Housing Units355
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation877 ft (267 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute34 min
Broadband71.8%
Libraries8

Is Saxton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saxton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saxton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saxton is $34,861, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saxton is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Saxton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saxton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saxton has a population of 723 with a density of 1,763 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

723
Total Population
1,763
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saxton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saxton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saxton is $34,861, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Saxton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,861
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,376
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above 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 Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saxton is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,290.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,290

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.4%
Housing Units355
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
Saxton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Saxton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,763/sq mi
Coordinates40.2127°N, 78.2471°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Saxton is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 71.8% 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+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,763/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.8%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home13.8%

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