Verona, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Verona is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,660. Residents earn $49,703 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,660 Population 5,216/sq mi density
$49,703 Median Income $35,150 per capita
$149,700 Home Value $163,234 Zillow
$798 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
284 Violent Crime/100K 3,977 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,703 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,700 home value, $798/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
284 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,703
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,700
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 284/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,660
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density5,216/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,703
Per Capita$35,150
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,700
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,234

Crime

F
Violent284/100K
Property3,977/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault203/100K
Burglary649/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation822 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries72

Is Verona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verona receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Verona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verona is $49,703, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verona is $149,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Verona is below the national average at 284 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,977 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Verona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Verona has a population of 2,660 with a density of 5,216 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 12.9% Black.

Population

2,660
Total Population
5,216
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Verona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verona is $49,703, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Verona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,703
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% 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
Effective Tax Rate5.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Verona is $149,700, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,234.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,700
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,234
Median List Price$118,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$118,400
$/Sq Ft$71
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio113.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,476

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate5.91%

Health Metrics: Verona vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Verona has a violent crime rate of 284 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,977 per 100,000 (103% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent284.1/100K
25% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery81.2/100K
Assault202.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,977.3/100K
103% above US avg
Burglary649.4/100K
Theft3,287.3/100K
Vehicle Theft40.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Verona has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density5,216/sq mi
Coordinates40.5057°N, 79.8419°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,216/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home13.0%

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