Lewistown, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Mifflin County County
Lewistown, PA
At a Glance
How Lewistown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lewistown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lewistown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lewistown residents earn a median household income of $40,179 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,558. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,093 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lewistown is $98,600 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,253. Median rent is $765/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Lewistown reports 365 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,942/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Lewistown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lewistown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches.