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Scalp Level, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Scalp Level is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 702. Residents earn $46,813 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
702 Population 1,048/sq mi density
$46,813 Median Income $27,258 per capita
$68,700 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,813 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,700 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,813
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,048/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,813
Per Capita$27,258
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,700
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units318
Rent Burden20.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,701 ft (518 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Broadband78.5%
Libraries14

Is Scalp Level a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scalp Level receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Scalp Level offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scalp Level is $46,813, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scalp Level is $68,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 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

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Scalp Level experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Scalp Level has a population of 702 with a density of 1,048 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

702
Total Population
1,048
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Scalp Level vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Scalp Level vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scalp Level is $46,813, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Scalp Level vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,813
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,258
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Scalp Level is $68,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,700
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units318
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
Scalp Level 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 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,701 ft (518 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,048/sq mi
Coordinates40.2495°N, 78.8443°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Scalp Level is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 78.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,048/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.5%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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