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Wilmore, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wilmore is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 388. Residents earn $56,750 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
388 Population 1,021/sq mi density
$56,750 Median Income $22,979 per capita
$105,400 Home Value
$714 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$56,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $714/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,750
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $714
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.5%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,021/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,750
Per Capita$22,979
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty25.5%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$714
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,557 ft (475 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries14

Is Wilmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmore receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wilmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmore is $56,750, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmore is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $714 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% 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

Wilmore 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 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wilmore has a population of 388 with a density of 1,021 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

388
Total Population
1,021
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmore is $56,750, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Wilmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,750
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,979
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.5%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmore is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $714 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$714
39% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
Wilmore 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 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,557 ft (475 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Coordinates40.3873°N, 78.7172°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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