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South Fork, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

South Fork is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 823. Residents earn $42,125 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
823 Population 1,789/sq mi density
$42,125 Median Income $26,561 per capita
$50,200 Home Value
$696 Median Rent 44.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,125 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,200 home value, $696/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,125
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,200
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $696
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population823
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,789/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,125
Per Capita$26,561
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,200
Rent$696
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units427
Rent Burden44.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,541 ft (470 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries14

Is South Fork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Fork receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. South Fork offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Fork is $42,125, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Fork is $50,200, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Fork experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Fork has a population of 823 with a density of 1,789 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%).

Population

823
Total Population
1,789
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

South Fork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Fork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Fork is $42,125, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: South Fork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,125
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,561
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in South Fork is $50,200, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,200
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$696
40% below US avg
Rent Burden44.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units427
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate9.26%
South Fork has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,541 ft (470 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,789/sq mi
Coordinates40.3620°N, 78.7896°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
South Fork is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,789/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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