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Tipton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Tipton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 462. Residents earn $48,056 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
462 Population 453/sq mi density
$48,056 Median Income $28,633 per capita
$178,300 Home Value
$819 Median Rent 20.9% 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
$48,056 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$178,300 home value, $819/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,056
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,300
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population462
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,056
Per Capita$28,633
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,300
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units243
Rent Burden20.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries8

Is Tipton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tipton 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tipton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tipton is $48,056, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tipton is $178,300, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Tipton has a population of 462 with a density of 453 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

462
Total Population
453
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tipton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tipton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tipton is $48,056, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Tipton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,056
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,633
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tipton is $178,300, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,300
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units243
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
Tipton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 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) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density453/sq mi
Coordinates40.6374°N, 78.2948°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density453/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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