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Stoystown, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Stoystown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 365. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
365 Population 1,921/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $32,478 per capita
$101,000 Home Value $171,639 Zillow
$718 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,000 home value, $718/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density1,921/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$32,478
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,000
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,639
Housing Units200
Rent Burden24.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,000 ft (610 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Broadband73.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Stoystown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stoystown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stoystown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stoystown is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stoystown is $101,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stoystown 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.

Stoystown has a population of 365 with a density of 1,921 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

365
Total Population
1,921
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Stoystown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stoystown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stoystown is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Stoystown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,478
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% 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)
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Stoystown is $101,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,639.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%
Housing Units200
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
Stoystown 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

Elevation2,000 ft (610 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,921/sq mi
Coordinates40.1032°N, 78.9546°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Stoystown is located in Cambria County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 73.1% 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+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,921/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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