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Stillwater, PA

Pennsylvania · Columbia County

Stillwater is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 184. Residents earn $80,833 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
184 Population 59/sq mi density
$80,833 Median Income $35,895 per capita
$173,400 Home Value $261,365 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,833 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,400 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,833
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $173,400
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,833
Per Capita$35,895
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,400
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,365
Housing Units109
Rent Burden24.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,044 ft (318 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+14.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries4

Is Stillwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stillwater receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Stillwater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stillwater is $80,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stillwater is $173,400, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 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

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stillwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stillwater has a population of 184 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%).

Population

184
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stillwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stillwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stillwater is $80,833, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Stillwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,833
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,895
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Stillwater is $173,400, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,365.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,400
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
Stillwater has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,044 ft (318 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates41.1526°N, 76.3757°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbia County County
County FIPS42037
Stillwater is located in Columbia County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+14.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyColumbia County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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