Walnutport, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Walnutport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,981. Residents earn $74,091 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,981 Population 2,641/sq mi density
$74,091 Median Income $34,648 per capita
$198,800 Home Value $338,516 Zillow
$1,566 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$74,091 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,800 home value, $1,566/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,091
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,800
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,566
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,981
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density2,641/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,091
Per Capita$34,648
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,800
Rent$1,566
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,516

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property195/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary49/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation401 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute30 min
Libraries9

Is Walnutport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walnutport receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Walnutport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walnutport is $74,091, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walnutport is $198,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,566 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Walnutport is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 195 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Walnutport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Walnutport has a population of 1,981 with a density of 2,641 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

1,981
Total Population
2,641
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Walnutport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walnutport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walnutport is $74,091, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Walnutport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,091
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Walnutport is $198,800, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,566 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,516.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,800
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,516
Median List Price$272,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$272,450
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,566
35% above 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death7,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Walnutport has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 195 per 100,000 (90% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property194.8/100K
90% below US avg
Burglary48.7/100K
Theft146.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Walnutport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation401 ft (122 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density2,641/sq mi
Coordinates40.7515°N, 75.5952°W
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,641/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home6.9%

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