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Schenley, PA

Pennsylvania · Armstrong County · Metropolitan Area

Schenley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 86. Residents earn $44,464 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 64/sq mi density
$44,464 Median Income $30,197 per capita
$413,600 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,464 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$413,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,464
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $413,600
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,464
Per Capita$30,197
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute13 min

Housing

F
Home Value$413,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,124 ft (343 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute13 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries4

Is Schenley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schenley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Schenley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schenley is $44,464, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schenley is $413,600, 47% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Schenley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Schenley has a population of 86 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.2%
Female 69.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Schenley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Schenley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schenley is $44,464, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Schenley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,464
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,197
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schenley is $413,600, 47% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$413,600
47% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
Schenley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,124 ft (343 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates40.6862°N, 79.6489°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyArmstrong County County
County FIPS42005
Schenley is located in Armstrong County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyArmstrong County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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