Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Wilson is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,196. Residents earn $80,928 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Wilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Wilson is $80,928, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Wilson is $191,800, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,211 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 614 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,709 per 100,000, 140% above the national average.
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Wilson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 76.7% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.3% |
| 74% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,928 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,802 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,539 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,088 |
| County GDP | $20,982M |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Healthcare | 748 |
| Retail | 830 |
| Manufacturing | 338 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.89% |
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
| Census Median | $191,800 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $215 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.4% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,211 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.89% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,471/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Total Violent | 614.2/100K |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 64.0/100K |
| Robbery | 128.0/100K |
| Assault | 422.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,708.9/100K |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 767.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,762.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 179.1/100K |
| Arson | 25.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 414 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,066/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6844°N, 75.2417°W |
| County FIPS | 42095 |
Winner: Republican by 1.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.1% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 7,066/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Retail Stores | 830 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |