Waymart, PA

Pennsylvania

Waymart is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,198. Residents earn $54,318 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,198 Population 445/sq mi density
$54,318 Median Income $25,555 per capita
$187,300 Home Value $273,242 Zillow
$700 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,318 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$187,300 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,318
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,300
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,198
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density445/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,318
Per Capita$25,555
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,300
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,242

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property311/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation1,397 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Waymart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waymart receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 below-average incomes. Waymart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waymart is $54,318, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waymart is $187,300, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Waymart 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 311 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waymart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Waymart has a population of 1,198 with a density of 445 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

1,198
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Waymart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waymart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waymart is $54,318, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Waymart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,318
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,555
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waymart is $187,300, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,242.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,300
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,242

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below 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-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Waymart has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 311 per 100,000 (84% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Waymart 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 Property311.0/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft233.3/100K
Vehicle Theft77.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Waymart has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall69.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates41.5864°N, 75.4037°W
County FIPS42127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home3.3%

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