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Wampum, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wampum is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 498. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
498 Population 503/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $41,659 per capita
$97,200 Home Value $152,754 Zillow
$618 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
286 Violent Crime/100K 572 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $618/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
286 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 286/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $618
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density503/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$41,659
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$4,200M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$618
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,754
Housing Units293
Rent Burden31.7%

Crime

F
Violent286/100K
Property572/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault286/100K
Burglary143/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation799 ft (244 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband73.6%
Libraries4

Is Wampum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wampum receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wampum has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wampum is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wampum is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wampum is below the national average at 286 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 572 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wampum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wampum has a population of 498 with a density of 503 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

498
Total Population
503
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wampum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wampum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wampum is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wampum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,659
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$63,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,000
County GDP$4,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare280
Retail253
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wampum is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,754.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,754
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$104
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below US avg
Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%
Housing Units293
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.40%
Wampum has a violent crime rate of 286 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 572 per 100,000 (71% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent286.1/100K
25% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault286.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property572.3/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary143.1/100K
Theft429.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wampum has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation799 ft (244 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density503/sq mi
Coordinates40.8851°N, 80.3404°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 73.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density503/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities280
Restaurants164
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.8%

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