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Smock, PA

Pennsylvania · Fayette County · Metropolitan Area

Smock is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 479. Residents earn $46,964 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
479 Population 307/sq mi density
$46,964 Median Income $24,621 per capita
$107,000 Home Value
$862 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,964 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,000 home value, $862/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,964
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,000
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population479
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,964
Per Capita$24,621
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,000
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units347
Rent Burden40.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute30 min
Broadband76.4%
Libraries4

Is Smock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Smock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smock is $46,964, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smock is $107,000, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Smock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Smock has a population of 479 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

479
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Smock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smock is $46,964, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Smock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,964
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,621
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Smock is $107,000, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,000
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units347
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
Smock has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates39.9997°N, 79.7774°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFayette County County
County FIPS42051
Smock is located in Fayette County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 76.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyFayette County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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