Youngwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Youngwood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,936. Residents earn $60,795 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,936 Population 1,529/sq mi density
$60,795 Median Income $36,607 per capita
$160,400 Home Value $152,447 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,795 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,400 home value, $826/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,795
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,936
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,529/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,795
Per Capita$36,607
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,447

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation1,027 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Libraries22

Is Youngwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Youngwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Youngwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Youngwood is $60,795, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Youngwood is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Youngwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Youngwood has a population of 2,936 with a density of 1,529 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

2,936
Total Population
1,529
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Youngwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Youngwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Youngwood is $60,795, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Youngwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,795
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,607
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Youngwood is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,447.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,447
Median List Price$180,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$180,000
$/Sq Ft$35
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Youngwood has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Coordinates40.2443°N, 79.5807°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home4.7%

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