Needmore City Demographics

Needmore, located in Fulton County, PA, is an unincorporated community, so it does not have its own U.S. Census population data. However, it's within Belfast Township, which had a population of approximately 1,421 as of the 2020 Census. The township’s median age is about 45 years. The gender distribution is roughly equal, with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the population is predominantly White (about 98%), with small percentages of African American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino residents (each less than 1%).

Needmore City Housing

Needmore, a small community in Fulton County, PA, features a median home value of around $125,000, with homeownership rates exceeding 80%. Rental options are limited, and median rents average approximately $650/month. The area consists mainly of single-family homes and some mobile homes, with minimal multifamily dwellings. Property values have shown steady but modest growth of about 2% annually. Neighborhoods are rural and close-knit with low population density. Annual property taxes average $1,200. The housing market is affordable, with limited inventory reflecting the community’s small size and rural character.

Education in Needmore City

Needmore, a small community in Fulton County, PA, is served by the Southern Fulton School District, featuring Southern Fulton High School and an elementary/middle school. The district enrolls about 500 students K-12, with a graduation rate around 91%. Approximately 13% of adults in the area hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Southern Fulton High’s recent state test proficiency rates average 45% in math and 60% in reading. The area offers limited adult education programs. School safety incidents are rare, contributing to a positive, close-knit educational environment.

Transportation in Needmore City

Needmore, a small community in Fulton County, PA, relies heavily on personal vehicles for transportation, with an estimated vehicle ownership rate near 95%. Public transit options are minimal or nonexistent, resulting in over 90% of residents commuting by car. The average commute time is approximately 32 minutes, often to employment hubs such as McConnellsburg, Hancock, and Chambersburg. The area is served primarily by US Route 522, with limited local roads and infrastructure. The lack of robust public transportation and reliance on automobiles reflect typical rural patterns in south-central Pennsylvania.

Needmore City Healthcare

Needmore, in Fulton County, PA, lacks hospitals within the city; the nearest hospital is Fulton County Medical Center, roughly 15 miles away in McConnellsburg. Local healthcare access consists mainly of small clinics and a family medicine practice. Fulton County’s population is about 14,500, predominantly White (96%), with 18% aged 65+. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and substance abuse. About 89% of residents have health insurance, with a significant portion on Medicare/Medicaid. The county’s physician-to-population ratio is low, with approximately 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents (below the state average).

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