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Weissport, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Weissport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 492. Residents earn $58,036 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
492 Population 3,514/sq mi density
$58,036 Median Income $29,355 per capita
$76,400 Home Value $175,135 Zillow
$929 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$58,036 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,400 home value, $929/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,036
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density3,514/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,036
Per Capita$29,355
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,400
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,135
Housing Units204
Rent Burden18.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation460 ft (140 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.6%
Libraries4

Is Weissport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weissport receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Weissport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weissport is $58,036, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weissport is $76,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Weissport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Weissport has a population of 492 with a density of 3,514 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

492
Total Population
3,514
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weissport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weissport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weissport is $58,036, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Weissport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,036
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,355
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weissport is $76,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,135.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,135

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.1%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate8.23%
Weissport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation460 ft (140 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density3,514/sq mi
Coordinates40.8290°N, 75.7009°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.8-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,514/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

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