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17768

Shunk, PA

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Total Population

442
5-year trend
+11.5%

Median Household Income

$64,167
5-year trend
+18.9%

Median Home Value

$177,900
5-year trend
+41.7%

Median Rent

$750
5-year trend
+40.0%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$64,167
100.1% above state avg
Home Value
$177,900
100.4% above state avg
Rent
$750
100% above state avg
Population Density
442 residents
Median Age
46.0 years
Safety Score
52/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
63
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
75/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
52/100
Education
31/100
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Employment
59/100
Housing
71/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Shunk, PA 17768

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Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
0
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
183
Employment Rate
97.8%
Avg. Commute
35 min
Work From Home
2%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Construction
30.1%
Educational Services
15.4%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
14%
Mining & Oil Extraction
14%
Manufacturing
8.1%
Total Employed
179
Total Unemployed
4
Unemployment Rate
2.2%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Shunk, PA

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Mature population with median age of 46.0 years, likely more established households.

Strong job market with unemployment rate of 2.2%, below national average.

Poverty rate of 20.6% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$64,167
-14.6% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.1%
State: $-53,274,828
Income Distribution
30.4%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 3.11 people

Total Households
142
Family Households
59.2%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Construction
30.1%
#2 Industry
Education
15.4%
#3 Industry
Agriculture
14.0%
Total Employed Residents:136

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
1.9%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
15.4%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
1.9%
3 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:156
Commute Insights
Significant portion face long commutes (over 60 minutes)
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
97.8%
179 employed
Labor Force
183
4 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:2.2%
Median Age
46.0 years
Per Capita Income
$32,481
Poverty Rate
20.6%
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