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Wall, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wall is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 480. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
480 Population 1,091/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $49,932 per capita
$53,800 Home Value
$1,118 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,800 home value, $1,118/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,118
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.6%
82% higher than US avg

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

People

Population480
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,091/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$49,932
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty22.6%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,800
Rent$1,118
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units332
Rent Burden31.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute19 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries72

Is Wall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wall receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Wall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wall is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wall is $53,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wall has a population of 480 with a density of 1,091 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

480
Total Population
1,091
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.8%
Female 40.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wall is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.6%
82% 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate16.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wall is $53,800, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,800
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.1%
Housing Units332
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate16.45%
Wall has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,091/sq mi
Coordinates40.3916°N, 79.7859°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 86.8% 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+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,091/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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