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The Escape

Pennsylvania · 416 residents · 0.668 sq mi
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The Escape has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $48,603. Population has held roughly steady since 2023. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 52.1, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 31.0% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 38% less than the Pennsylvania median.

At a glance
Lower income
below the US median
US median: $82,259
Older
median age 52.1
US median: 38.9
Less educated
15% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Owner-heavy
68% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01

Population & growth

416
−2%since 2023
from 426 in 2023
2023 – 2024
623 / sq mi
−2%since 2023
from 638 / sq mi in 2023
US average: 281
52.1
+1%since 2023
from 51.4 in 2023
US average: 38.9
Population, 20232024
41541842142442720232024The Escape
2024416
20232024
Section 02

Income & economy

$48,603
−3%inflation adjusted, since 2023
from $48,500 in 2023
US average: $82,259
2023 – 2024
$40,829
+18%since 2023
from $34,747 in 2023
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
35.5%
−3.4 ptssince 2023
from 38.9% in 2023
US average: 53.3%
31.0%
+3.5 ptssince 2023
from 27.5% in 2023
US average: 12.5%
0.521
+2%since 2023
from 0.509 in 2023
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Information36.8%
US avg: 10.8%
Wholesale trade6.1%
US avg: 6.9%
Transportation & warehousing3.1%
US avg: 2.2%
Retail trade2.5%
US avg: 9.9%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.9%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 5.1%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.9%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.8%
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Section 03

Housing

$1,358
−2%inflation adjusted, since 2023
from $1,348 in 2023
US average: $1,442
68.4%
+3.1 ptssince 2023
from 65.3% in 2023
31.6% rent
72.5%
−5.0 ptssince 2023
from 77.5% in 2023
US average: 10.0%
12.3%
−2.6 ptssince 2023
from 14.9% in 2023
US average: 22.9%
71.4%
+11.4 ptssince 2023
from 60.0% in 2023
US average: 47.4%
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2023
White, non-Hispanic92.5%(394)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0.9%(4)
Asian1.2%(5)
Other5.4%(23)
Diversity Score17.7%(75)
2024
White, non-Hispanic94%(391)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino1%(4)
Asian0.5%(2)
Other4.6%(19)
Diversity Score14.3%(59)
14
−19%since 2023
from 18 in 2023
2023 – 2024
Section 05

Education

14.8%
+2.8 ptssince 2023
from 12.1% in 2023
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
95.8%
+2.6 ptssince 2023
from 93.2% in 2023
US average: 89.6%
9.1%
+3.2 ptssince 2023
from 5.9% in 2023
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

21.1 min
−6%since 2023
from 22.5 min in 2023
US average: 26.5
67.1%
−5.8 ptssince 2023
from 72.8% in 2023
US average: 68.9%
23.0%
−2.2 ptssince 2023
from 25.2% in 2023
US average: 8.5%
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 3.2%
9.9%
+8.0 ptssince 2023
from 2.0% in 2023
US average: 15.0%
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 2.4%
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 0.4%
3.9%
−2.4 ptssince 2023
from 6.3% in 2023
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

7.9%
−0.3 ptssince 2023
from 8.2% in 2023
US average: 5.2%
46.1%
+1.6 ptssince 2023
from 44.5% in 2023
US average: 63.5%
19.0%
−2.8 ptssince 2023
from 21.8% in 2023
US average: 13.1%
14.1%
−5.8 ptssince 2023
from 19.9% in 2023
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

52.9%
−1.1 ptssince 2023
from 54.0% in 2023
47.1%
+1.1 ptssince 2023
from 46.0% in 2023
2.2%
−0.7 ptssince 2023
from 2.8% in 2023
US average: 14.1%
3.3%
−3.1 ptssince 2023
from 6.4% in 2023
US average: 6.2%
33.9%
+4.3 ptssince 2023
from 29.6% in 2023
US average: 13.3%
3.4%
+3.4 ptssince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.4%
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 91.0%
98.3%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 98.4% in 2023
US average: 77.7%
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in The Escape, Pennsylvania?

The Escape, Pennsylvania has about 416 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in The Escape, Pennsylvania?

The typical household in The Escape, Pennsylvania earns about $48,603 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is The Escape, Pennsylvania expensive?

In The Escape, Pennsylvania, the typical rent is about $1,358 a month.

How educated are people in The Escape, Pennsylvania?

About 14.8% of adults age 25 and over in The Escape, Pennsylvania hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in The Escape, Pennsylvania?

About 31.0% of people in The Escape, Pennsylvania live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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