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Sweden Valley, PA

Pennsylvania · Potter County

Sweden Valley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 189. Residents earn $62,813 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 184/sq mi density
$62,813 Median Income $36,586 per capita
$166,700 Home Value
$959 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$62,813 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value, $959/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,813
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,813
Per Capita$36,586
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,953 ft (595 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries5

Is Sweden Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweden Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sweden Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweden Valley is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweden Valley is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sweden Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 78.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sweden Valley has a population of 189 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweden Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sweden Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweden Valley is $62,813, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sweden Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,813
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,586
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$59,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)466
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare41
Retail67
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweden Valley is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% below US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
Sweden Valley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall78.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,953 ft (595 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates41.7595°N, 77.9538°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPotter County County
County FIPS42105
Sweden Valley is located in Potter County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.7%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyPotter County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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