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Sylvan Hills, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Sylvan Hills is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 493. Residents earn $91,250 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
493 Population 1,297/sq mi density
$91,250 Median Income $76,228 per capita
$297,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$297,000 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,250
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $297,000
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density1,297/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,250
Per Capita$76,228
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$297,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units227
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.7%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+25.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband93.9%
Libraries8

Is Sylvan Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylvan Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Sylvan Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvan Hills is $91,250, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sylvan Hills is $297,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sylvan Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sylvan Hills has a population of 493 with a density of 1,297 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

493
Total Population
1,297
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvan Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvan Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvan Hills is $91,250, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,228 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,024, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,430 business establishments, including 305 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sylvan Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,250
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$76,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvan Hills is $297,000, 5% above the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 227 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,849 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$297,000
5% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
Sylvan Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°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 41.8 inches. The area receives 38.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Coordinates40.4487°N, 78.3839°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Sylvan Hills is located in Blair County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 40.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 25.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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 71.4% of the vote, a 43.5-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 462 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.7%
21% above US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+25.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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