Wolfdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wolfdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,150. Residents earn $84,420 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,150 Population 1,189/sq mi density
$84,420 Median Income $39,428 per capita
$171,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$84,420 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,000 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,420
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $171,000
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,150
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,420
Per Capita$39,428
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,069 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Libraries14

Is Wolfdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolfdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Wolfdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolfdale is $84,420, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolfdale is $171,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolfdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wolfdale has a population of 3,150 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

3,150
Total Population
1,189
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolfdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wolfdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolfdale is $84,420, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wolfdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,420
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,428
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolfdale is $171,000, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,000
39% below US avg
Median List Price$220,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$220,000
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%

Health Metrics: Wolfdale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

Crime Rates: Wolfdale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Wolfdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Coordinates40.1978°N, 80.3001°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

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