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Schellsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Schellsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 325. Residents earn $67,917 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
325 Population 1,300/sq mi density
$67,917 Median Income $37,511 per capita
$120,600 Home Value $238,694 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,600 home value, $763/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,917
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density1,300/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,917
Per Capita$37,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,600
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,694
Housing Units137
Rent Burden19.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Schellsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schellsburg 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, a low poverty rate. Schellsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schellsburg is $67,917, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schellsburg is $120,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Schellsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°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 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Schellsburg has a population of 325 with a density of 1,300 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

325
Total Population
1,300
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Schellsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schellsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schellsburg is $67,917, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Schellsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,917
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,511
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below 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 Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Schellsburg is $120,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,694.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,694

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
Schellsburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates40.0482°N, 78.6434°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Schellsburg is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 85.6% 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

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