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Greene County

Pennsylvania · PA

#15 in Pennsylvania
68
County Score

County Report Card

About Greene County, Pennsylvania

Greene Beats U.S. Livability Benchmark

Greene County's composite score of 69.8 significantly exceeds the national median of 50.0 by 40%, placing it in the top tier of American counties. Strong performance in housing affordability and tax rates drive this advantage.

Above Average Across Pennsylvania

Greene scores 69.8 versus Pennsylvania's state average of 66.0, ranking it solidly in the upper half of the state's 67 counties. This positions Greene as one of the state's more livable communities.

Exceptional Affordability and Values

Greene excels with a cost score of 83.5, the second-best in this group, supporting median home values of $146,200 and remarkably low rents at just $754 monthly. An income score of 27.0 and median household income of $66,870 add reasonable earning power to the mix.

Tax Burden Moderately Higher

Greene's tax score of 65.9 and effective tax rate of 1.295% represent the highest burden in this dataset, though still very reasonable nationally. Safety, health, schools, and water quality data remain unavailable for a complete picture.

Great for Budget-Friendly Family Living

Greene suits working families who prioritize low rents and affordable home prices alongside moderate household incomes. The county offers exceptional value, though prospective residents should seek additional data on schools and local services.

Score breakdown

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🏛65.9
Property Tax
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🏠83.5
Cost of Living
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💼27
Income & Jobs
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❤71
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⚡44.9
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Deep Dives

Greene County across the ByCounty Network

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Property Tax in Greene County

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Greene taxes run slightly above the national average

Greene County's effective tax rate of 1.295% sits just below the national median of 1.317%, positioning it near the national 48th percentile. At $1,893, the median property tax is substantially lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting lower home values ($146,200 vs. $281,900 nationally).

Greene ranks near the state average for taxes

With an effective rate of 1.295%, Greene sits just 0.022 percentage points below Pennsylvania's average of 1.317%, making it nearly typical statewide. The median tax of $1,893 is about $764 lower than the state median, reflecting Greene's more modest home values.

Greene falls in the middle of the regional tax range

Greene's 1.295% rate is lower than Erie (1.625%) and Fayette (1.195%) but higher than Forest (1.038%), Fulton (1.028%), and Huntingdon (0.914%). A Greene homeowner pays roughly $300–$800 more than residents of lower-taxing counties, but less than Erie.

Median Greene home costs about $1,893 yearly

A typical Greene home worth $146,200 carries an annual property tax bill of $1,893. With a mortgage, that bill rises to $2,219; without one, it drops to $1,616.

Greene homeowners should check their assessments regularly

Property values fluctuate, and assessments don't always keep pace with the market. Requesting an assessment review can ensure you're not overpaying—potentially saving hundreds annually.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Greene County

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Greene County Delivers Exceptional Affordability

Greene County's rent-to-income ratio of 13.5% ranks among the lowest in Pennsylvania and sits well below both the national average of 15.8% and the state average of 16.5%. With a median household income of $66,870 and monthly rent of just $754, Greene residents enjoy meaningful financial breathing room.

Greene Ranks Among PA's Most Affordable

At 13.5%, Greene County's rent-to-income ratio is the best in this eight-county group and among Pennsylvania's lowest statewide. The county's median rent of $754 undercuts the state median by 21%, making Greene an affordable outlier in the state housing market.

Greene Offers the Region's Most Favorable Ratios

Greene County's 13.5% rent-to-income ratio beats every regional peer, including Fulton (14.5%), Huntingdon (14.6%), and Fayette (16.5%), while its $754 rent ties for lowest in the group. The median home value of $146,200 remains moderate, reflecting a county where affordability prevails.

Just 13.5% of Income Goes to Rent

Greene County households earning $66,870 pay only $754 for rent or $754 for mortgage, consuming just 13.5% of gross income—exceptional affordability that leaves over 86% for other needs. Rental and ownership costs nearly converge here, giving residents real flexibility in housing choices.

Greene County: Maximum Housing Freedom

Greene County offers the best housing affordability in this group, with renters spending just 13.5% of income on housing—significantly below the national average. If affordability is your priority, Greene's $754 rent and reasonable home values beat every comparable option in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Greene County

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Greene approaches the national average

Greene County's median household income of $66,870 trails the national median of $74,755 by $7,885, a relatively modest gap. The county performs above many rural Pennsylvania peers and suggests a functioning regional economy.

Below state average but stable

Greene's $66,870 income falls $2,744 short of Pennsylvania's state average of $69,614, placing it just below the middle tier of the state's 67 counties. The county hovers near parity with statewide norms.

Greene outearns western counties

Greene's $66,870 leads Forest ($50,061), Fayette ($56,093), and Indiana ($58,739), but trails Franklin ($74,946) and peers like Fulton ($64,798). Among southwestern counties, Greene demonstrates relative economic strength.

Lowest housing burden in the group

Greene County boasts the lowest rent-to-income ratio of these eight counties at just 13.5%, meaning housing consumes the smallest share of household earnings. Median home values of $146,200 pair affordably with local incomes.

Build wealth through housing equity

Greene households earning $66,870 benefit from exceptional housing affordability—the county's best advantage for wealth accumulation. Prioritize homeownership and mortgage paydown to leverage this cost advantage into substantial long-term equity gains.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Greene County

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Greene's health slightly below U.S. average

At 74.3 years, Greene County residents live 1.8 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, suggesting below-average health outcomes. However, 18.5% reporting poor or fair health is close to the 17.9% national average, indicating mixed but manageable chronic disease burden.

Greene ranks in lower state quartile

Greene's 74.3-year life expectancy trails Pennsylvania's 76.4-year average by 2.1 years, placing it in the lower portion of the state's health rankings. This gap suggests structural health challenges from rural poverty and limited healthcare infrastructure that affect population longevity.

Greene performs better than far-west peers

Greene's 74.3-year life expectancy surpasses Forest County (70.9) and Fayette County (72.5) but lags counties like Franklin (77.2) and Huntingdon (77.0). With 45 primary care providers and 148 mental health providers per 100K, Greene offers moderate healthcare capacity that aligns with its middle-tier health profile.

Below-average uninsured rate, modest care access

Greene's 6.4% uninsured rate is below Pennsylvania's 7.0% average, indicating decent coverage; however, 45 primary care providers per 100K is only moderate, potentially creating wait times. Mental health services at 148 per 100K suggest some capacity for behavioral health support.

Greene residents: check your coverage status

While Greene's uninsured rate is relatively low, 6.4% of residents still lack coverage and face barriers to routine care. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to verify your coverage or explore new options; insured status protects both your health and your finances.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Greene County

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Greene maintains below-average risk

Greene County's composite risk score of 55.12 falls below the national median, earning a "Relatively Low" rating overall. However, the county's flood risk of 74.27 suggests concentrated vulnerability despite favorable averages across other hazards.

Moderate risk within Pennsylvania

At 55.12, Greene scores below the Pennsylvania state average of 67.45, ranking in the lower-middle tier statewide. This suggests Greene faces fewer disaster threats than most other counties in the commonwealth.

Safer than Fayette, comparable to Westmoreland

Greene's 55.12 score is substantially lower than neighboring Fayette County (82.22) to the north. Greene offers roughly similar risk to Westmoreland County but significantly more protection than Fayette.

Flooding and hurricane exposure stand out

Greene's flood risk of 74.27 and hurricane risk of 63.33 are its primary concerns, while tornado (34.67) and wildfire (23.38) risks remain low. The county's river valleys create recurring flood potential during heavy rain.

Prioritize flood insurance coverage

Greene County residents should secure flood insurance immediately, as the 74.27 flood risk is substantial and standard policies exclude such damage. Review your homeowner's policy annually and consider flood coverage for any riverside or low-lying properties.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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