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Van Voorhis, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Van Voorhis is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 519.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
519 Population 1,366/sq mi density
$202,300 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $202,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density1,366/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,724
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$202,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units227
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation838 ft (255 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute22 min
Broadband97.1%
Libraries72

Is Van Voorhis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Voorhis receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Van Voorhis faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Van Voorhis is $202,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Van Voorhis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Van Voorhis has a population of 519 with a density of 1,366 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

519
Total Population
1,366
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Voorhis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Van Voorhis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Voorhis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Van Voorhis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Van Voorhis is $202,300, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,300
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.9%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
Van Voorhis has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,366/sq mi
Coordinates40.1599°N, 79.9731°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 97.1% 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+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,366/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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