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Snow Shoe, PA

Pennsylvania · Clinton County

Snow Shoe is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 679. Residents earn $78,571 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
679 Population 1,151/sq mi density
$78,571 Median Income $32,710 per capita
$164,200 Home Value
$910 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,571 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,200 home value, $910/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,571
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,200
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population679
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density1,151/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,571
Per Capita$32,710
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,200
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units283
Rent Burden24.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,641 ft (500 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband82.1%
Libraries2

Is Snow Shoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snow Shoe receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Snow Shoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snow Shoe is $78,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snow Shoe is $164,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Snow Shoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°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 44.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Snow Shoe has a population of 679 with a density of 1,151 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

679
Total Population
1,151
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Snow Shoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snow Shoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snow Shoe is $78,571, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Snow Shoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,571
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Snow Shoe is $164,200, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,200
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units283
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
Snow Shoe has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,641 ft (500 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,151/sq mi
Coordinates41.0277°N, 77.9497°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyClinton County County
County FIPS42035
Snow Shoe is located in Clinton County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,151/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyClinton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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