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Union Dale, PA

Pennsylvania

Union Dale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 212. Residents earn $53,393 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
212 Population 88/sq mi density
$53,393 Median Income $34,689 per capita
$168,800 Home Value $291,955 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,393 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,393
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,393
Per Capita$34,689
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,955
Housing Units137
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,661 ft (506 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries7

Is Union Dale a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Dale is $53,393, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Dale is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Union Dale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Dale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Union Dale has a population of 212 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

212
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Dale is $53,393, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Union Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,393
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Dale is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,955

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.2%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
Union Dale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Union Dale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Union Dale has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,661 ft (506 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates41.7130°N, 75.4832°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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