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West Nanticoke, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Nanticoke is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 582. Residents earn $75,380 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
582 Population 986/sq mi density
$75,380 Median Income $33,365 per capita
$114,400 Home Value
$956 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,380 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,400 home value, $956/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,380
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population582
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density986/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,380
Per Capita$33,365
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,400
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units272
Rent Burden16.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1

Is West Nanticoke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Nanticoke receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. West Nanticoke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Nanticoke is $75,380, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Nanticoke is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Nanticoke experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Nanticoke has a population of 582 with a density of 986 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 4.8% Black.

Population

582
Total Population
986
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

West Nanticoke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.3%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.7%
69% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Nanticoke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Nanticoke is $75,380, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: West Nanticoke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,380
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,365
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$77,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)714
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare56
Retail108
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,922
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Nanticoke is $114,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,400
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units272
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,922
69% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
West Nanticoke has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density986/sq mi
Coordinates41.2200°N, 76.0091°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density986/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants61
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Nearby Cities

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