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Ursina, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ursina is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 216. Residents earn $35,833 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
216 Population 240/sq mi density
$35,833 Median Income $23,375 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$1,038 Median Rent 42.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$35,833 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $1,038/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,833
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,038
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,833
Per Capita$23,375
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$1,038
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden42.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,343 ft (409 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries4

Is Ursina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ursina receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ursina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ursina is $35,833, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ursina is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ursina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ursina has a population of 216 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

216
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ursina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ursina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ursina is $35,833, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Ursina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,833
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,375
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ursina is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% below US avg
Rent Burden42.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.73%
Ursina has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,343 ft (409 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates39.8153°N, 79.3325°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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