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Warrior Run, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Warrior Run is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 493. Residents earn $53,500 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
493 Population 747/sq mi density
$53,500 Median Income $26,886 per capita
$96,800 Home Value
$1,094 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,500 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,800 home value, $1,094/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,500
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density747/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,500
Per Capita$26,886
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,800
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units232
Rent Burden29.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries16

Is Warrior Run a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warrior Run is $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warrior Run is $96,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Warrior Run experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Warrior Run has a population of 493 with a density of 747 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

493
Total Population
747
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Warrior Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warrior Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warrior Run is $53,500, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Warrior Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,500
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Warrior Run is $96,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,800
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%
Housing Units232
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate6.28%
Warrior Run has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density747/sq mi
Coordinates41.1886°N, 75.9496°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density747/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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