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Valencia, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Valencia is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 487. Residents earn $76,094 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
487 Population 1,432/sq mi density
$76,094 Median Income $45,462 per capita
$238,900 Home Value $394,619 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,094 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$238,900 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,094
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,900
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age73.1 yrs
Density1,432/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,094
Per Capita$45,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,900
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$394,619
Housing Units276
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,094 ft (333 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+99.3%
Graduate+16.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute31 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries72

Is Valencia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valencia receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Valencia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valencia is $76,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valencia is $238,900, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Valencia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Valencia has a population of 487 with a density of 1,432 people per square mile. The median age is 73.1 years, 88% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

487
Total Population
1,432
People / sq mi
73.1yrs
Median Age
88% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Valencia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valencia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valencia is $76,094, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Valencia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,094
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,462
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Valencia is $238,900, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $394,619.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,900
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$394,619

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied32.1%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
Valencia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,094 ft (333 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,432/sq mi
Coordinates40.6767°N, 79.9883°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+99.3%
Graduate Degree+16.5%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,432/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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