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White Haven, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

White Haven is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 985. Residents earn $54,643 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
985 Population 821/sq mi density
$54,643 Median Income $27,559 per capita
$141,200 Home Value $233,590 Zillow
$1,185 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,643 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,200 home value, $1,185/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,643
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,185
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population985
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density821/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,643
Per Capita$27,559
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,200
Rent$1,185
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,590
Housing Units510
Rent Burden28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is White Haven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Haven 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. White Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Haven is $54,643, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Haven is $141,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,185 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

White Haven 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.

White Haven has a population of 985 with a density of 821 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

985
Total Population
821
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

White Haven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Haven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Haven is $54,643, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: White Haven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,643
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,559
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% 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 Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in White Haven is $141,200, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,185 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,590.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,200
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,590

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,185
2% above US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units510
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
White Haven 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

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density821/sq mi
Coordinates41.0597°N, 75.7869°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density821/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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