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Sykesville, PA

Pennsylvania · Clearfield County

Sykesville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 978. Residents earn $37,346 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
978 Population 619/sq mi density
$37,346 Median Income $28,971 per capita
$85,900 Home Value $109,509 Zillow
$546 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
48°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
3.0 / 5.0
$37,346 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,900 home value, $546/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $37,346
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,900
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $546
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population978
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,346
Per Capita$28,971
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$4,033M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,900
Rent$546
Ownership62.9%
Zillow$109,509
Housing Units559
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,387 ft (423 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.83

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Sykesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sykesville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sykesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sykesville is $37,346, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sykesville is $85,900, 70% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sykesville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sykesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sykesville has a population of 978 with a density of 619 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.4% female and 46.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

978
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sykesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sykesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sykesville is $37,346, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,971 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $992, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,062 business establishments, including 180 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sykesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,346
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,971
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$59,142
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,062
County GDP$4,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare271
Retail326
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sykesville is $85,900, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,509, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $546 (53% 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. 62.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 559 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1945. The average annual property tax is $4,135 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,900
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,509

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$546
53% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.9%
Owner-Occupied62.9%
Renter-Occupied37.1%
Housing Units559
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Sykesville, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164. The dentist ratio is 1:2,226. 61.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Primary Care1:2,164
Dentists1:2,226
Mental Health1:275
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death8,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities271
Sykesville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Sykesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,387 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,387 ft (423 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates41.0447°N, 78.8112°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyClearfield County County
Nearest AirportDubois Regional (DUJ)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability62.6 / 100
Community Resilience75.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 13, 2019.

Sep 25, 1998 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania M4.5 141 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 130 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

175 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 308 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 31, 1985 EF4 19 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF4 68 km 4
May 31, 1985 EF4 88 km 7
Jun 3, 1980 EF4 89 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 90 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF3 97 km 1
Sep 3, 1963 EF3 42 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF2 53 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 92 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 32 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 64 km 0
Aug 15, 1997 EF2 90 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 17 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 55 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 43 km 0
Sep 26, 1994 EF2 42 km 0
Sep 18, 1991 EF2 93 km 0
Nov 20, 1989 EF2 96 km 0
Sep 23, 1986 EF2 53 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF2 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FIELDS RUN (711 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FIELDS RUN 711 76 km
2006 FIVE MILE FIRE 658 84 km
1990 UNNAMED 628 77 km
2021 UNNAMED 586 79 km
2006 BEAR TRAP 561 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 3.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
May 56°F (14°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.4 in

Sykesville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.7").

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Sykesville is located in Clearfield County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.4% of the vote, a 51.5-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 271 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.83
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density619/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyClearfield County County

Services

Broadband Access81.3%
Avg Download Speed70.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants180
Retail Stores326

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%
Average costs for common services in Sykesville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Clearfield County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 6,011 320 $61,430 1.43
Retail Trade 4,354 307 $32,233 1.49
Manufacturing 2,701 114 $57,400 1.12
Transportation & Warehousing 2,590 148 $57,512 2.09
Accommodation & Food Services 2,170 164 $18,493 0.82
Other Services 1,408 213 $33,602 1.60
Administrative & Waste Services 1,037 66 $55,038 0.60
Construction 730 135 $62,041 0.48
Management of Companies 677 22 $80,760 1.37
Finance & Insurance 675 71 $64,396 0.57
Wholesale Trade 643 53 $61,679 0.56
Professional & Technical Services 462 110 $53,108 0.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 388 28 $82,092 3.51
Educational Services 276 12 $33,913 0.46
Real Estate 206 38 $41,697 0.45
Information & Technology 174 22 $43,515 0.32
Utilities 172 7 $131,558 1.55
Arts & Entertainment 119 23 $18,546 0.24
Agriculture & Forestry 40 19 $30,212 0.17

Radio Stations near Sykesville

72 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVPE HD3 - Blues blues, npr AAC 64 kbps
Indiana Public Radio WBST npr, public radio AAC 96 kbps
Slack Radio "bob", "bob"dobbs AAC 320 kbps
Q95 Classic Rock classic rock AAC 24 kbps
WIBC 93.1 Indianapolis, IN indianapolis, news talk AAC+ 32 kbps
WXLW 950 "Freedom 95" Indianapolis, IN conservative, finance AAC+ 32 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - English Music choir, christian orthodox AAC+ 96 kbps
WBAA News On AM 920 - West Lafayette, IN npr, public radio MP3 128 kbps
WOKW OK! 102.9 2000s, 2010s AAC+ 32 kbps
Worldwide Legend Oldies — MP3 128 kbps
z103.com Seven Decades of Great Music Huntington, Indiana — AAC 128 kbps
WIBQ 1230 "The Talk Station" Terre Haute, IN news talk, terre haute AAC+ 32 kbps
WERK classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
KRMG 102.3 FM Tulsa local news, news AAC+ 56 kbps
WBAA Jazz 101.3 HD-2 West Lafayette, IN jazz, npr MP3 128 kbps
KOMA 92.5 "Oklahoma's Greatest Hits" Okahoma City, OK classic rock, oklahoma city AAC+ 32 kbps
WLJE 105.5-FM Valparaiso, IN (Indiana 105) classic country, country MP3 96 kbps
z103.us classic country, contemporary country AAC 64 kbps
Passport Radio WCPA 900AM 98.5-101.7FM classic, classic rock AAC 64 kbps
WFYI 90.1 Indianapolis, IN bbc, indianapolis MP3 128 kbps
Bigfoot Legends WWCH 94.1-101.3 clarion, classic country AAC+ 32 kbps
zapstech media radio misc, news OGG 128 kbps
Pop! 93.1 - 95.9 WQYX 2000s, 2010s AAC 64 kbps
93.5 MAX - WMXQ - Maximum Classic Rock classic rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Éxitos 96.5 FM banda, grupera MP3 64 kbps
WIKY 104.1 Evansville, IN adult contemporary, evansville AAC+ 64 kbps
KRXO 104.5-HD2 Oklahoma City, OK classic rock, commercial AAC+ 32 kbps
WKY 930 "ESPN Deportes" Oklahoma City, OK deportes, espn MP3 80 kbps
KMGL "Magic 104.1" Oklahoma City, OK adult contemporary, commercial AAC+ 32 kbps
104.5 KMYZ The Edge alternative rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
House of Praise christian contemporary, christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
KRXO-HD3 "Exitos 96.5" Oklahoma City, OK oklahoma city, spanish oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
LWorks Radio hot ac MP3 160 kbps
Majic 95.9 adult contemporary AAC
KUCO 90.1 Edmond, OK classical, edmond MP3 192 kbps
KOSU-HD2 "The Spy" Stillwater, OK community radio, indie MP3 96 kbps
105.5 The X Factor — MP3
KOSU 91.7 Stillwater, OK adult album alternative, indie MP3 96 kbps
KXFC 105.5 "The X Factor" Coalgate, OK ada, coalgate MP3
KADA "Cool 99.3" Ada, OK ada, adult contemporary MP3
Mega Rock 100.5 - 105.5 WMKX dubois, rock MP3 128 kbps
the Oasis Radio Network nondenominational christian programming AAC 128 kbps
WCED Connect FM 96.7-99.7 DuBois/Brookville brookville, dubois AAC+ 32 kbps
KCCU 89.3 Lawton, OK lawton, npr MP3 96 kbps
KOKC News/Talk 1520 (Oklahoma City, OK) commercial, news AAC+ 32 kbps
WVPE 88.1 Elkhardt, IN apm, npr AAC+ 64 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - Global Music christian orthodox, orthodox christian AAC+ 96 kbps
WFIU 1 — MP3 128 kbps
WIUX - 99.1 FM music, student radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Madison County Sheriff, Fire and EMS, Anderson Police ems scanner, fire scanner MP3 16 kbps
WNIN Tri-State Public Media Inc. classical, public radio MP3 96 kbps
WKPW Knightstown — AAC+ 64 kbps
WLPR 89.1 Lakeshore Public Radio - Lowell, IN apm, lowell MP3 128 kbps
La Pantera 103.9 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 32 kbps
WVPE Blues3 Elkhardt, IN blues, npr AAC 64 kbps
Lafayette Q1067 — AAC+ 64 kbps
WMGI 100.7 "Mix FM" Terre Haute, IN contemporary hits, terre haute AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mystery Theater USA cbsrmt, mystery MP3 128 kbps
WVFI Radio college radio MP3 192 kbps
KTUZ 106.7 "La Z" Okarche, OK okarche, oklahoma city AAC+ 32 kbps
WVPE News2 Elkhardt, IN jazz, npr AAC+ 64 kbps
WGCS 91.1 "The Globe" Goshen, IN bluegrass, college radio MP3 170 kbps
WIOE Oldies 101.1 South Whitley, Indiana — MP3 128 kbps
WTHI 99.9 "HI-99" Terre Haute, IN country, terre haute AAC+ 64 kbps
Indy Dancers — MP3 192 kbps
WLTH Gary, Indiana — AAC+ 32 kbps
WABX 107.5 Evansville, IN classic rock, evansville AAC+ 64 kbps
WZVN 107.1 FM - Z107 - Lowell, IN adult-contemporary MP3 96 kbps
The Lloyd Evansville — MP3 64 kbps
WBCL 90.3 FM Ft. Wayne, IN christian contemporary, christian rock AAC+ 32 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - English Talk christian orthodox, christian preaching AAC+ 96 kbps
WQKL Kool 103.3 Punxsutawney adult alternative, pa AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Sykesville

2 campgrounds found near Sykesville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LOLETA RECREATION 4.2/5 40 $16–$80
KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 7 $15–$30

National Parks Near Sykesville

36 national parks and monuments found near Sykesville.

ParkTypeFee
Allegany State Park State Park Free
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bendigo State Park State Park Free
Black Moshannon State Park State Park Free
Blue Knob State Park State Park Free
Bucktail State Park State Park Free
Canoe Creek State Park State Park Free
Chapman State Park State Park Free
Cherry Springs State Park State Park Free
Clear Creek State Park State Park Free
Cook Forest State Park State Park Free
Denton Hill State Park State Park Free
Elk State Park State Park Free
Flight 93 National Memorial National Memorial Free
Forest Cathedral Natural Area State Park Free
Johnstown Flood National Memorial National Memorial Free
Kettle Creek State Park State Park Free
Keystone State Park State Park Free
Kinzua Bridge State Park State Park Free
Kooser State Park State Park Free
Laurel Mountain State Park State Park Free
Laurel Ridge State Park State Park Free
Laurel Summit State Park State Park Free
Linn Run State Park State Park Free
Oil Creek State Park State Park Free
Parker Dam State Park State Park Free
Patterson State Park State Park Free
Prince Gallitzin State Park State Park Free
Prouty Place State Park State Park Free
Simon B. Elliott State Park State Park Free
Sinnemahoning State Park State Park Free
Sizerville State Park State Park Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Yellow Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Sykesville

102+ trails found near Sykesville.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC 28.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PENOKE BIKE 15.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SNOW TIMBERLINE A 14.0 SNOW — — —
ASL #12 MARIENVILLE BYPASS 11.8 SNOW — — —
ASL #14 SPRING CREEK 9.3 SNOW — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 21 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ASL #7 THE BRANCH 7.5 SNOW — — —
SNOW TIMBERLINE E 7.2 SNOW — — —
SNOW TIMBERLINE D 5.9 SNOW — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV D LOOP 5.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ASL #11 SLATER RUN 5.6 SNOW — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 5.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
PENOKE BIKE 4.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 4.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 20 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ASL #16 LOLETA GRADE 4.1 SNOW — — —
BUZZARD SWAMP HIKING 4.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SCHT - SEGMENT 19 3.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — Yes
ASL #15 KELLY PINES LOOP 3.6 SNOW — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 3.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 13 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LILY POND 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOLETA HIKING 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SCHT - BRA ROCKS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BEAVER MEADOWS HIKING 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ASL #28 PENOKE 2.5 SNOW — — —
MUDDY FORK LOOP 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PERSEVERANCE LOOP SKI 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PERSEVERANCE LOOP HIKING 2.3 SNOW Yes — —
PENOKE BIKE 2.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 17 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SCHT - LITTLE HUNTER 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPARROW NEST LOOP SKI 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SPARROW NEST LOOP HIKING 2.1 SNOW Yes — —
HEMLOCK LOOP HIKING 2.0 SNOW Yes — —
HEMLOCK LOOP SKI 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - PARRISH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SCHT - SEGMENT 7 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAMONAVILLE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 1.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - KELLY PINES 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARIENVILLE ATV/PENOKE CONN 1.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
LITTLE DRUMMER UPPER LOOP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SCHT - KEMP RUN 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — Yes
SNOW TIMBERLINE BUEHLER 1.6 SNOW — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV BUEHLER CORNERS 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 9 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SONGBIRD SOJOURN INTERP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 11 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SALMON CREEK LOOP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LITTLE DRUMMER HISTORICAL PATH 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIGEON CONNECTOR 1.4 ASPHALT — — —
SCHT - DUHRING 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SCHT - SEGMENT 15 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SCHT - SEGMENT 10 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SNOW TIMBERLINE C 1.2 SNOW — — —
MARIENVILLE ATV/PENOKE CONN 1.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCOUT LOOP SKI 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SCOUT LOOP HIKING 1.2 SNOW Yes — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 1.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ELK LOOP SKI 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK LOOP HIKING 1.1 SNOW Yes — —
ASL #10 GREELY FARM 1.0 SNOW — — —
ASL #10 GREELY FARM 1.0 SNOW — — —
SELDOM SEEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 8 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARIENVILLE ATV LOOP B 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SCHT - SEGMENT 16 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TIMBERLINE ATV C LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ONE MILE LOOP SKI 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ONE MILE LOOP HIKING 0.9 SNOW Yes — —
PENOKE PATH 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST BRANCH MILLSTONE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ASL #15 KELLY PINES LOOP 0.6 SNOW — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
LAUREL MILL SKI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAUREL MILL HIKING 0.4 SNOW Yes — —
GOOSE PATH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ASL #10 GREELY FARM 0.4 SNOW — — —
PENOKE BIKE BYPASS 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV C LOOP 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
CROOKED PATH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SCHT - DYNAMITE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MVILLE ATV/PENOKE CON LOOP A 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
LOLETA SCENIC 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SCHT - SEGMENT 1 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAKESIDE LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIGEON CONNECTOR 0.2 ASPHALT — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBERLINE ATV A LOOP 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
LOLETA UPPER CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TIMBERLINE ATV E LOOP 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —

Museums in Sykesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COOLSPRING POWER MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM179 COOLSPRING ROAD8148496883$104,335
BROCKWAY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPARK ST8142658519$75,634
PUNXSTWNEY WEATHER DISCOVERY CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM201 N FINDLEY ST8149381000$71,618
DUBOIS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 W LONG AVE8143719006$40,043
PAST TO PRESENT MACHINERY ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8145911251$4,304
PUNXSUTAWNEY AREA HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION401 WEST MAHONING STREET PO BOX 2868149382555
PUNXSUTAWNEY AREA HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION401 W MAHONING STREET8149382555
PUNXSUTAWNEY WEATHER DISCOVERY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM201 NORTH FINDLEY ST8149381000
REYNOLDSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Sykesville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PUNXSUTAWNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY301 EAST MAHONING ST., SUITE 40.033,804
DUBOIS PUBLIC LIBRARY31 S BRADY ST0.024,510
MENGLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY324 MAIN STREET0.014,059
REYNOLDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY460 E. MAIN ST.0.08,500
SYKESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY21 EAST MAIN ST0.01,624

Farmers Markets in Sykesville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Reynoldsville Farmers Market460 E. Main Street #4
The Minted Market, Grampians Community Farmers Market258 Main Street06/25/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Treasure Lake Farmers Market and Artisan Faire95 Coral Reef05/09/2020 to 10/10/2020Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;

Restaurants in Sykesville

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fox's Pizza
Silver Front

Gas Stations in Sykesville

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

One Stop

Banks in Sykesville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Farmers National Bank

Cell Towers in Sykesville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
466 ALDERTON ROAD (96197)GTOWER141
State Rd. 3017TOWER130
State Rd. 3017TOWER130
Highway 322TOWER129
Highway 322TOWER129
1389 Rt 830TOWER129
BANNER RIDGE ROAD (OFF HWY 36) (96190)GTOWER128
ON ROUTE 729; 1.5 MILES NORTH OF THE RT. 729TOWER127
ON ROUTE 729; 1.5 MILES NORTH OF THE RT. 729TOWER127
APPROXIMATELY 1/3 MILE NORTH OF LEGISLATIVE ROUTE 33038TOWER127
APPROXIMATELY 1/3 MILE NORTH OF LEGISLATIVE ROUTE 33038TOWER127
1645 Mountain Church RoadGTOWER125
Mountain Church RoadTOWER125
Mountain Church RoadTOWER125
Mountain Church RoadTOWER125
RT 153 (96192)LTOWER114

Fire Stations in Sykesville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sykesville Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.106 E Liberty STVolunteer814-894-5441

Bridges in Sykesville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabPrestressed concrete2013275,131G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1936324,184F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201877325G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193874221F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200452218G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20025373G
CulvertConcrete20222450G

Amtrak Stations in Sykesville

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Big Run, PA401 East Main StreetBUS
Du Bois, PA4900 Rockton RoadBUS
Punxsutawney, PA222 North Findley StreetBUS
Sykesville, PA14 West Main StreetBUS

Airports Near Sykesville

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Altoona Blair County AirportAOOMedium Airport
DuBois Regional AirportDUJMedium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County AirportJSTMedium Airport
Albert Airport—Small Airport
Barnhart Airport—Small Airport
Blue Knob Valley Airport—Small Airport
C & W Milliron Flying Field—Small Airport
Clarion County Airport—Small Airport
Clearfield Lawrence Airport—Small Airport
Cove Valley Airport—Small Airport
Davis Airport—Small Airport
Downes Airport—Small Airport
Dunbar Airport—Small Airport
Dunlea Airpark—Small Airport
Ebensburg Airport—Small Airport
Folmar Airport—Small Airport
Frederick Airpark—Small Airport
Indiana County–Jimmy Stewart AirportIDISmall Airport
Johnson Airport—Small Airport
Marion Center Speedway Airport—Small Airport
Mayport Airport—Small Airport
McCauley's Airport—Small Airport
Mid-State Regional AirportPSBSmall Airport
Mountain Crest Airport—Small Airport
Null Farms Airport—Small Airport
Old Orchard Airport—Small Airport
Paraport Ultralight Flightpark—Small Airport
Parker-Cramer Airport—Small Airport
Phil Cain Memorial Field Ultralight Flightpark—Small Airport
Powell Kaiser Airport—Small Airport
Punxsutawney Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Ranch-Aero Airport—Small Airport
Rayne Airport—Small Airport
Rigrtona Airport—Small Airport
River Hill Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Rocky Hollow Field—Small Airport
St Marys Municipal AirportSTQSmall Airport
Stitt Airport—Small Airport
Strohmier Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Flight Park Ultralightport—Small Airport
Tidioute Airport—Small Airport
Vicars Private Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Sykesville

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of DuBois Police
Jefferson County Sheriff578 Service Center Road
Pennsylvania State Police

Grocery Stores in Sykesville

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Biggie's Quality Meats LLCSpecialty Store6036 Route 119
DOLLAR GENERAL 14208Other270 W Liberty St
Sykesville One StopConvenience Store220 E Main St

Treatment Centers in Sykesville

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cen Clear Child Services Inc - DBA CenClearSubstance Abuse814-938-6340
Community Guidance CenterMental Health814-938-4444

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sykesville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY CHURCHVIRGIN MARY CHURCH 20 SHAFFER ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sykesville

What is the population of Sykesville?

Sykesville has a population of 978 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 619 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.4% female and 46.6% male.

Is Sykesville expensive to live in?

Sykesville has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $37,346, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,900 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sykesville safe?

Sykesville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Sykesville?

Sykesville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sykesville?

Sykesville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $992. There are 2,062 business establishments in the area, including 180 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sykesville?

The median home value in Sykesville is $85,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,509. For renters, the median monthly rent is $546. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.9%. The average annual property tax is $4,135.

How are the schools in Sykesville?

Schools in Sykesville score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.2% of adults in Sykesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sykesville?

The obesity rate in Sykesville is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 61.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164.

What is transportation like in Sykesville?

The average commute in Sykesville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sykesville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sykesville is 96.5% White, 3.5% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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