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Woodbury, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Woodbury is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 372. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
372 Population 2,862/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $18,163 per capita
$140,400 Home Value
$1,057 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$140,400 home value, $1,057/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,400
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.7%
140% higher than US avg

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

People

Population372
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density2,862/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$18,163
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty29.7%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,400
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128
Rent Burden45.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries8

Is Woodbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbury receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Woodbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbury is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbury is $140,400, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodbury has a population of 372 with a density of 2,862 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

372
Total Population
2,862
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Woodbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.7%
140% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury is $140,400, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,400
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
Woodbury has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,862/sq mi
Coordinates40.2253°N, 78.3660°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,862/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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