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Woodward, PA

Pennsylvania

Woodward is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 123.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
123 Population 232/sq mi density
$141,700 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $141,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,250
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$2,510M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$141,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+68.1%
Graduate+28.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute31 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries3

Is Woodward a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodward is $141,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodward experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodward has a population of 123 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

123
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodward is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Woodward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$78,324

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,018
County GDP$2,510M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare151
Retail141
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodward is $141,700, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,700
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
Woodward has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates40.8996°N, 77.3457°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+68.1%
Graduate Degree+28.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants88
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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