The Hideout, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

The Hideout is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,339. Residents earn $56,901 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,339 Population 383/sq mi density
$56,901 Median Income $36,835 per capita
$186,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$56,901 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$186,800 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,901
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,800
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,339
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,901
Per Capita$36,835
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute55 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation1,323 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute55 min
Libraries10

Is The Hideout a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The Hideout is $56,901, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in The Hideout is $186,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

The Hideout experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 47.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

The Hideout has a population of 2,339 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

2,339
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

The Hideout vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

The Hideout vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The Hideout is $56,901, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: The Hideout vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,901
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.8 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in The Hideout is $186,800, 34% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,800
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%

Health Metrics: The Hideout vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

The Hideout 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates41.4355°N, 75.3499°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.8 min
Work from Home12.5%

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