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Shanksville, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Shanksville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 164. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
164 Population 820/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $28,671 per capita
$97,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,000 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density820/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,671
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,225 ft (678 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries14

Is Shanksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shanksville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shanksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shanksville is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shanksville is $97,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shanksville 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.

Shanksville has a population of 164 with a density of 820 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

164
Total Population
820
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shanksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shanksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shanksville is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Shanksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,671
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% 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 Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Shanksville is $97,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units75
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
Shanksville 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

Elevation2,225 ft (678 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density820/sq mi
Coordinates40.0174°N, 78.9069°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Shanksville is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 64.0% 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+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density820/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

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