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Thompson, PA

Pennsylvania

Thompson is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 297. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
297 Population 582/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $27,219 per capita
$134,100 Home Value $247,803 Zillow
$1,300 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,100 home value, $1,300/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,100
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$27,219
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,100
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,803
Housing Units132
Rent Burden30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,652 ft (504 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Thompson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Thompson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompson is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompson is $134,100, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Thompson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Thompson has a population of 297 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

297
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thompson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompson is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Thompson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,219
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompson is $134,100, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,100
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
Thompson has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,652 ft (504 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates41.8637°N, 75.5141°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home10.3%

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