Zion, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Zion is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,173. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,173 Population 755/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $54,064 per capita
$337,100 Home Value
$1,146 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$337,100 home value, $1,146/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $337,100
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,146
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,173
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density755/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$54,064
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$337,100
Rent$1,146
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Elevation1,012 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Zion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zion receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Zion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zion is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Zion among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zion is $337,100, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Zion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Zion has a population of 2,173 with a density of 755 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

2,173
Total Population
755
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Zion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zion is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Zion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,064
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Zion is $337,100, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,146 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$337,100
20% above US avg
Median List Price$374,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$374,000
$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,146
1% 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-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Premature Death4,450/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities404

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Zion has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density755/sq mi
Coordinates40.9168°N, 77.6908°W
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density755/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home16.7%

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