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Sylvania, PA

Pennsylvania · Bradford County

Sylvania is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 243. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
243 Population 217/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $27,754 per capita
$139,400 Home Value
$685 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,400 home value, $685/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$27,754
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$6,798M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,400
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units93
Rent Burden18.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,354 ft (413 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries10

Is Sylvania a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylvania receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sylvania offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvania is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% 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 Sylvania is $139,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sylvania experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 41.2 inches, including 42.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sylvania has a population of 243 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

243
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvania vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvania vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvania is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sylvania vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,754
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$73,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,525
County GDP$6,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare150
Retail235
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvania is $139,400, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,400
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,894
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%
Sylvania has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall42.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,354 ft (413 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates41.8012°N, 76.8658°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBradford County County
County FIPS42015
Sylvania is located in Bradford County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyBradford County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants116
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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