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Tionesta, PA

Pennsylvania

Tionesta is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 343. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
343 Population 249/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $35,046 per capita
$114,300 Home Value
$467 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,300 home value, $467/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $467
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$35,046
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$270M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,300
Rent$467
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units263
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,474 ft (449 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries2

Is Tionesta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tionesta receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tionesta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tionesta is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tionesta is $114,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $467 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tionesta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Tionesta has a population of 343 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

343
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tionesta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tionesta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tionesta is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tionesta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,046
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$44,677

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$270M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare7
Retail17
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tionesta is $114,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $467 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,300
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$467
60% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%
Housing Units263
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
Tionesta has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,474 ft (449 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates41.4979°N, 79.4494°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.5-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants25
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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