Versailles, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Versailles is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,569. Residents earn $42,679 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,569 Population 3,269/sq mi density
$42,679 Median Income $29,785 per capita
$89,000 Home Value
$838 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,679 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,000 home value, $838/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,679
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,569
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density3,269/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,679
Per Capita$29,785
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,000
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation921 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Libraries72

Is Versailles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Versailles receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Versailles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Versailles is $42,679, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Versailles is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Versailles experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Versailles has a population of 1,569 with a density of 3,269 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

1,569
Total Population
3,269
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Versailles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Versailles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Versailles is $42,679, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Versailles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,679
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,785
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above 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 Rate9.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Versailles is $89,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,000
68% below US avg
Median List Price$54,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$54,950
$/Sq Ft$113
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate9.94%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Versailles has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation921 ft (281 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,269/sq mi
Coordinates40.3182°N, 79.8308°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% 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+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,269/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home5.8%

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