Sun Valley, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Sun Valley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,559. Residents earn $70,887 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,559 Population 898/sq mi density
$70,887 Median Income $31,424 per capita
$210,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°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
$70,887 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,600 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,887
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,600
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,559
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,887
Per Capita$31,424
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation1,148 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute38 min
Libraries4

Is Sun Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sun Valley 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. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Sun Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sun Valley is $70,887, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.1% 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 Sun Valley is $210,600, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sun Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sun Valley has a population of 2,559 with a density of 898 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.8%), with 14.5% Black.

Population

2,559
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sun Valley is $70,887, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Sun Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,887
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,424
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sun Valley is $210,600, 25% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,600
25% below US avg
Median List Price$134,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$134,900
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio117.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%

Health Metrics: Sun Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Premature Death10,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities175

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Sun Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates40.9804°N, 75.4665°W
County FIPS42025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

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