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Summerhill, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Metropolitan Area

Summerhill is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 528. Residents earn $71,304 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
528 Population 1,650/sq mi density
$71,304 Median Income $31,580 per capita
$121,100 Home Value
$832 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
49°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
4.3 / 5.0
$71,304 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,100 home value, $832/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,304
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $832
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population528
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,650/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,304
Per Capita$31,580
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,100
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units257
Rent Burden18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,589 ft (484 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries14

Is Summerhill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerhill 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. Summerhill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerhill is $71,304, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerhill is $121,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 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

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerhill 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.

Summerhill has a population of 528 with a density of 1,650 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 96.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

528
Total Population
1,650
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerhill is $71,304, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,580 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Summerhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,304
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,580
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% 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 Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerhill is $121,100, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 257 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $4,651 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 18.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,100
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units257
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
Summerhill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,589 feet.

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

Elevation1,589 ft (484 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Coordinates40.3762°N, 78.7619°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
County FIPS42021
Summerhill is located in Cambria County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.7-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet access. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 471 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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