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Ulysses, PA

Pennsylvania

Ulysses is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 602. Residents earn $45,139 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
602 Population 149/sq mi density
$45,139 Median Income $25,878 per capita
$102,800 Home Value
$540 Median Rent 48.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,139 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,800 home value, $540/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,139
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $540
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population602
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,139
Per Capita$25,878
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,800
Rent$540
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units276
Rent Burden48.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,227 ft (679 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries5

Is Ulysses a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ulysses receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ulysses offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ulysses is $45,139, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ulysses is $102,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $540 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ulysses has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°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 78.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ulysses has a population of 602 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

602
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulysses vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ulysses vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulysses is $45,139, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ulysses vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,139
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,878
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$59,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)466
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare41
Retail67
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ulysses is $102,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $540 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,800
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$540
54% below US avg
Rent Burden48.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Effective Rate5.04%
Ulysses has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°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) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall78.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,227 ft (679 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates41.9031°N, 77.7548°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.7%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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