Slovan, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $50,688

33% lower than US avg

Home Value $134,300

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.6%

74% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.2%

26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population611

Median Age50.2 yrs

Density1,036/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$50,688

Per Capita$26,516

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty9.2%

County GDP$1,317M

Commute65 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$134,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units261

Rent Burden22.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.6%

High School+79.2%

Graduate+8.9%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute65 min

Broadband71.6%

Libraries2

Is Slovan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Slovan receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Slovan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Slovan is $50,688, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Slovan is $134,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Slovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Slovan has a population of 611 with a density of 1,036 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 23.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

611

Total Population

1,036

People / sq mi

50.2yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Slovan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Slovan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Slovan is $50,688, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,516 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,010, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 618 business establishments, including 49 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 64.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Slovan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,688
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,516
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,010
IRS Avg AGI	$64,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.2%
	26% below US avg
Establishments (County)	618
County GDP	$1,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants	49
Healthcare	58
Retail	56
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,093
	40% below US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	64.9 min
Drive Alone	35.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	64.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Slovan is $134,300, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 261 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $2,093 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 22.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$134,300
	52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	61.2%
Housing Units	261
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,093
	40% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.56%

Slovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The area receives 44.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,119 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.8°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,119 ft (341 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	1,036/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3595°N, 80.3850°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Brooke County County
County FIPS	54009

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	49°F (10°C)	3.2 in
May	59°F (15°C)	4.1 in
June	67°F (20°C)	4.1 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.4 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
October	52°F (11°C)	2.5 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.2 in
December	32°F (0°C)	2.9 in

Slovan has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

Slovan is located in Brooke County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 8.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.4% of the vote, a 44.6-point margin. 71.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 58 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 35.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%

D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.6%
	74% below US avg
High School+	79.2%
Graduate Degree+	8.9%
School Test Score	5.95

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	1,036/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi
County	Brooke County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	71.6%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	58
Restaurants	49
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	64.9 min
Drive Alone	35.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	64.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Slovan

What is the population of Slovan?

Slovan has a population of 611 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,036 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Slovan expensive to live in?

Slovan has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $50,688, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,300 (52% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Slovan?

Slovan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Slovan?

The job market in Slovan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,010. There are 618 business establishments in the area, including 49 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 65 minutes, and 64.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Slovan?

The median home value in Slovan is $134,300. The average annual property tax is $2,093.

How are the schools in Slovan?

Schools in Slovan score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.6% of adults in Slovan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Slovan?

The average commute in Slovan is 65 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 35.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 64.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Slovan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Slovan is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 23.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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