South Uniontown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

South Uniontown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,201. Residents earn $73,807 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,201 Population 2,611/sq mi density
$73,807 Median Income $42,407 per capita
$146,100 Home Value
$874 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,807 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,100 home value, $874/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,807
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,100
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $874
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,201
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density2,611/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,807
Per Capita$42,407
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,100
Rent$874
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,077 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is South Uniontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Uniontown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. South Uniontown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Uniontown is $73,807, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Uniontown is $146,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $874 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Uniontown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Uniontown has a population of 1,201 with a density of 2,611 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

1,201
Total Population
2,611
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

South Uniontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Uniontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Uniontown is $73,807, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: South Uniontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,807
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,407
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below 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
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Uniontown is $146,100, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $874 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,100
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$874
25% 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-Occupied93.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%

Health Metrics: South Uniontown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Premature Death12,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities418

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

South Uniontown 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,077 ft (328 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,611/sq mi
Coordinates39.8939°N, 79.7466°W
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,611/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Work from Home14.8%

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