Stowe, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Stowe is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,645. Residents earn $79,875 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,645 Population 2,661/sq mi density
$79,875 Median Income $38,216 per capita
$198,300 Home Value
$1,264 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$79,875 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,300 home value, $1,264/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,875
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,264
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,645
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density2,661/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,875
Per Capita$38,216
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$1,264
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
Libraries37

Is Stowe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stowe is $79,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stowe is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,264 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stowe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stowe has a population of 3,645 with a density of 2,661 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

3,645
Total Population
2,661
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stowe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stowe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stowe is $79,875, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Stowe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,875
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,216
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Stowe is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,264 (9% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,300
30% below US avg
Median List Price$387,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$387,500
$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,264
9% above 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-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate5.00%

Health Metrics: Stowe vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Stowe has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,661/sq mi
Coordinates40.2509°N, 75.6819°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,661/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home8.4%

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