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Guys Mills, PA

Pennsylvania

Guys Mills is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 262. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 845/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $21,724 per capita
$135,700 Home Value $199,816 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,700 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

How Guys Mills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population262
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density845/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$21,724
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$2,149M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,816
Housing Units25
Rent Burden45.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,396 ft (426 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute11 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3

Is Guys Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guys Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Guys Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guys Mills is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guys Mills is $135,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Guys Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 89.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Guys Mills has a population of 262 with a density of 845 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

262
Total Population
845
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Guys Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guys Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guys Mills is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Guys Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,724
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$58,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,208
County GDP$2,149M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare172
Retail193
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,233
21% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Drive Alone48.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Guys Mills is $135,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,816

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units25
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,233
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
Guys Mills has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall89.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,396 ft (426 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density845/sq mi
Coordinates41.6320°N, 79.9767°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density845/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants104
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Drive Alone48.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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