Simpson, PA

Pennsylvania

Simpson is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,343. Residents earn $46,979 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,343 Population 1,526/sq mi density
$46,979 Median Income $28,645 per capita
$123,600 Home Value
$844 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,979 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $844/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,979
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,343
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density1,526/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,979
Per Capita$28,645
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,600
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation1,206 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Simpson a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simpson is $46,979, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simpson is $123,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Simpson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Simpson has a population of 1,343 with a density of 1,526 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

1,343
Total Population
1,526
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Simpson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simpson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simpson is $46,979, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Simpson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,979
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,645
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Simpson is $123,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below US avg
Median List Price$100,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$100,000
$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio79.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate5.64%

Health Metrics: Simpson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133

Crime Rates: Simpson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Simpson has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,206 ft (368 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,526/sq mi
Coordinates41.5950°N, 75.4796°W
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,526/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home2.6%

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