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Yukon, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Yukon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 727. Residents earn $46,431 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
727 Population 773/sq mi density
$46,431 Median Income $24,870 per capita
$110,900 Home Value
$789 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,431 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $789/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,431
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population727
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,431
Per Capita$24,870
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units323
Rent Burden20.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries22

Is Yukon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yukon receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Yukon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yukon is $46,431, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yukon is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Yukon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Yukon has a population of 727 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

727
Total Population
773
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yukon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yukon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yukon is $46,431, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Yukon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,431
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yukon is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.1%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.51%
Yukon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates40.2144°N, 79.6885°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density773/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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