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St. Michael, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

St. Michael is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 349.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
349 Population 273/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population349
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,366
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute19 min

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,798 ft (548 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband64.2%
Libraries14

Is St. Michael a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Michael receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. St. Michael faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Michael 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.

St. Michael has a population of 349 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

349
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%
Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Michael vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Michael vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Michael is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: St. Michael vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,366
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
45% below 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

St. Michael 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

Elevation1,798 ft (548 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates40.3247°N, 78.7664°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
St. Michael is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 64.2% 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+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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