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Stonerstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Stonerstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 404. Residents earn $60,938 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
404 Population 1,122/sq mi density
$60,938 Median Income $34,332 per capita
$131,100 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,938 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,100 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,100
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,122/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$34,332
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units188
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation877 ft (267 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute38 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries8

Is Stonerstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stonerstown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Stonerstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonerstown is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stonerstown is $131,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stonerstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stonerstown has a population of 404 with a density of 1,122 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

404
Total Population
1,122
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonerstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stonerstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonerstown is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Stonerstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,938
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,332
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stonerstown is $131,100, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,100
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units188
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
Stonerstown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,122/sq mi
Coordinates40.2157°N, 78.2571°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Stonerstown is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,122/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

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