What are the schools like in Knox, PA?

Knox is served primarily by Keystone SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What is the median household income in Knox?

The median household income in Knox, PA is $51,023 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.5%.

What is the weather like in Knox, PA?

Knox has an average high temperature of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.8 inches.

Knox, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Knox, PA affordable or expensive?

Knox's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Knox is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $121,300 and the median rent is $746 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Knox, PA?

Crime rate data for Knox is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Knox, PA a Good Place to Live?

Knox is a small town of 1,063 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $51,023 and a 11.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Knox stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Knox is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Knox city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.8

Knox's overall cost of living index is 91.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Knox costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Knox, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$121,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$746	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,023	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Knox is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Knox is served primarily by Keystone SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Knox, PA	National Avg
School District	Keystone SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Knox sees average highs of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 50.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Knox, PA
Average High — January	33.3°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	50.8"

Demographics

Metric	Knox, PA	National Avg
Population	1,063	—
Median Age	38.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	16.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Shippenville, PA 4 mi Marianne, PA 5 mi Callensburg, PA 8 mi St. Petersburg, PA 8 mi Clarion, PA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Knox

Knox, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16232

Knox vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox, PA affordable or expensive?

Knox's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Knox roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $121,300 and median rent is $746/month.

What is the crime rate in Knox, PA?

Crime data for Knox is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Knox?

Public schools in Knox are operated by Keystone SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1. 23.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Knox, PA a good place to live?

Knox, PA has a population of 1,063, a median household income of $51,023, and an unemployment rate of 11.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Knox?

Knox averages 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 50.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Knox?

Knox, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16232.

What is the population of Knox?

The population of Knox, Pennsylvania is 1,063 with a median age of 38.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Knox?

Key numbers for living in Knox: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $121,300, median household income $51,023, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Knox side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.