Venango County
PA · Pop. 50,096 · Suburban County
Venango County is a suburban county in Pennsylvania, spanning 674 square miles with 50,096 residents at a density of 74.3 people per square mile. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, corn, haylage. A median home price of $115,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.32% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 167-day growing season, average summer highs of 80.6°F and average winter lows of 19.9°F. Annual rainfall averages 45 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. UPMC Northwest is 4.3 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 84.3% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A median home price of $115,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- UPMC Northwest, with an emergency room, is just 4.3 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- Annual rainfall of 45 inches supports rain-fed gardens and pasture in most years.
Cons
- Flood risk is very high, so careful parcel siting and flood insurance are essential.
- An effective property tax rate of 1.32% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Venango County, PA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 73/100
- Median home price
- $115k
- Property tax
- 1.32%
- Growing season
- 167 days (zone 6a)
- Annual rainfall
- 45"
- Broadband
- 84.3%
- Nearest hospital
- UPMC Northwest, 4.3 mi
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Homesteading in Venango County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Venango County?
- Venango County is in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 167-day growing season, average summer highs of 80.6°F, and average winter lows of 19.9°F. The established crops are hay, corn, haylage.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $115,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.32%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 84.3% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- UPMC Northwest is 4.3 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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