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Seward, PA

Pennsylvania · Indiana County

Seward is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 351. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
351 Population 1,755/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $23,103 per capita
$68,400 Home Value $109,945 Zillow
$660 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,400 home value, $660/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,400
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density1,755/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$23,103
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,400
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,945
Housing Units188
Rent Burden14.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries3

Is Seward a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seward receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Seward offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seward is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seward is $68,400, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Seward 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

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Seward experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°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 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Seward has a population of 351 with a density of 1,755 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

351
Total Population
1,755
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Seward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seward is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Seward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,103
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,921
County GDP$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare249
Retail276
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Seward is $68,400, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,945.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,400
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,945

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units188
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Rate7.43%
Seward 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: Seward 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)7

Safety Score

Seward has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,755/sq mi
Coordinates40.4131°N, 79.0219°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyIndiana County County
County FIPS42063
Seward is located in Indiana County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,755/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyIndiana County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Nearby Cities

Westwood CDP (Cambria County), PA 1,590 pop · 6.6 mi Brownstown, PA 3,482 pop · 7.1 mi Westmont, PA 4,893 pop · 7.4 mi Johnstown, PA 18,245 pop · 8.1 mi Southmont, PA 2,127 pop · 8.5 mi Franklin, PA 6,026 pop · 8.8 mi Elim, PA 3,828 pop · 9.0 mi Dale, PA 1,295 pop · 9.3 mi Vinco, PA 1,567 pop · 9.3 mi Black Lick, PA 1,008 pop · 9.6 mi Ferndale, PA 1,537 pop · 10.0 mi Mundys Corner, PA 1,740 pop · 10.2 mi Riverside, PA 1,985 pop · 10.4 mi Oakland CDP (Cambria County), PA 1,732 pop · 10.5 mi
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