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Sickles Corner, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Sickles Corner is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 231. Residents earn $85,313 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 1,540/sq mi density
$85,313 Median Income $22,563 per capita
$184,000 Home Value
47°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
4.5 / 5.0
$85,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,313
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,540/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,313
Per Capita$22,563
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,182 ft (360 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries8

Is Sickles Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sickles Corner receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Sickles Corner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sickles Corner is $85,313, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sickles Corner is $184,000, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sickles Corner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sickles Corner has a population of 231 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (42.4%).

Population

231
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sickles Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sickles Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sickles Corner is $85,313, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sickles Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,313
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sickles Corner is $184,000, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,000
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
Sickles Corner has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,182 ft (360 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates40.5533°N, 78.2798°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Sickles Corner is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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