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Wilcox, PA

Pennsylvania

Wilcox is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 365. Residents earn $52,679 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 716/sq mi density
$52,679 Median Income $23,655 per capita
$55,300 Home Value
$708 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,679 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,300 home value, $708/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,679
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans26.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,679
Per Capita$23,655
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$1,830M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,300
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units173
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,547 ft (472 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute14 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries4

Is Wilcox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilcox receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wilcox offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilcox is $52,679, 30% 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 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilcox is $55,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilcox has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 66.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wilcox has a population of 365 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

365
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilcox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilcox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilcox is $52,679, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Wilcox vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,679
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,655
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$64,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$1,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilcox is $55,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,300
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,322
23% above US avg
Effective Rate7.82%
Wilcox has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall66.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,547 ft (472 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates41.5720°N, 78.6868°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants82
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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