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Shelocta, PA

Pennsylvania · Indiana County

Shelocta is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 59. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
59 Population 590/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $71,720 per capita
$940 Median Rent 14.0% 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
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$940/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female70% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$71,720
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden14.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries3

Is Shelocta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shelocta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shelocta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shelocta is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.0% 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

Shelocta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 45.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shelocta has a population of 59 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

59
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.5%
Female 30.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shelocta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shelocta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shelocta is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Shelocta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$71,720
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.7%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Shelocta has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall45.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates40.6563°N, 79.3003°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyIndiana County County
County FIPS42063
Shelocta is located in Indiana County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 28.0% 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+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyIndiana County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.8%

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