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Washington Boro, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Washington Boro is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 655. Residents earn $98,750 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
655 Population 339/sq mi density
$98,750 Median Income $43,780 per capita
$241,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$98,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,800 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,750
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,800
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,750
Per Capita$43,780
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden28.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+9.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries17

Is Washington Boro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington Boro receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Washington Boro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington Boro is $98,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Washington Boro among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington Boro is $241,800, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington Boro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Washington Boro has a population of 655 with a density of 339 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

655
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington Boro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington Boro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington Boro is $98,750, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Washington Boro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,750
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,780
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington Boro is $241,800, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,800
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.4%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
Washington Boro has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates40.0066°N, 76.4690°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+9.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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