Ulysses, PA

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Population
583
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,093 ft
Median Home Value
$104,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$800/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$34,063
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Ulysses is a quiet rural community of around 600 people, set among the rolling farms and forested hills of Potter County in north-central Pennsylvania. Originally founded as Lewisville before officially adopting the name of its post office, the borough today is a classic small town centered on a quiet Main Street. It offers a relaxed, unhurried pace of life, plenty of open space, and a friendly atmosphere where neighbors genuinely know one another.

Outdoor recreation is one of the biggest appeals of the area, with Lyman Run State Park, Denton Hill, and vast stretches of state forest just a short drive away. Residents have easy access to hiking, trout fishing, hunting, and exploring miles of scenic backroads, along with the region's famous dark stargazing skies. While you will need to travel along Route 6 to nearby towns for major grocery runs and healthcare, Ulysses makes a peaceful home base for anyone looking to trade traffic and noise for scenic country living.

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