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The Escape, PA

Pennsylvania

The Escape is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 426. Residents earn $48,500 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
426 Population 636/sq mi density
$48,500 Median Income $34,747 per capita
$1,348 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,500 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$1,348/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,348
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population426
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,500
Per Capita$34,747
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$2,003M
Commute23 min

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,348
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is The Escape a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, The Escape receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. The Escape offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The Escape is $48,500, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,348 per month.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

The Escape experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°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 45.1 inches, including 47.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

The Escape has a population of 426 with a density of 636 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

426
Total Population
636
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

The Escape vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

The Escape vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The Escape is $48,500, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: The Escape vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,500
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,747
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$76,798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,144
County GDP$2,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare98
Retail149
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,348 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,348
16% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
The Escape has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall47.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density636/sq mi
Coordinates41.3679°N, 75.3064°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density636/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants107
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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