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Walnuttown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Walnuttown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 472. Residents earn $54,023 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
472 Population 800/sq mi density
$54,023 Median Income $31,093 per capita
$977 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,023 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$977/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,023
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $977
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,023
Per Capita$31,093
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units217
Rent Burden21.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.2%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries25

Is Walnuttown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walnuttown receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Walnuttown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walnuttown is $54,023, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.2% 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

Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Walnuttown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Walnuttown has a population of 472 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

472
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Walnuttown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walnuttown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walnuttown is $54,023, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Walnuttown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,023
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$977
16% below US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Walnuttown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates40.4467°N, 75.8405°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.2%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Nearby Cities

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