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Wind Ridge, PA

Pennsylvania

Wind Ridge is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 232. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
232 Population 73/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $29,368 per capita
$122,300 Home Value
$463 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,300 home value, $463/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $463
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$29,368
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$4,624M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,300
Rent$463
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units100
Rent Burden21.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,354 ft (413 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute41 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Wind Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wind Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Wind Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wind Ridge is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wind Ridge is $122,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $463 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wind Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wind Ridge has a population of 232 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

232
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wind Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wind Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wind Ridge is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Wind Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$82,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)800
County GDP$4,624M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare117
Retail107
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit7.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wind Ridge is $122,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $463 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,300
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$463
60% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
Wind Ridge has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,354 ft (413 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates39.9111°N, 80.4322°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants62
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit7.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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