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Mackeyville, PA

Pennsylvania

Mackeyville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 300. Residents earn $70,313 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
300 Population 172/sq mi density
$70,313 Median Income $52,411 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$1,844 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,313 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $1,844/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,313
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,844
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,313
Per Capita$52,411
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$1,844
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.4%
Libraries2

Is Mackeyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mackeyville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Mackeyville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mackeyville is $70,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mackeyville is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,844 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mackeyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mackeyville has a population of 300 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

300
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mackeyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mackeyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mackeyville is $70,313, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mackeyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,313
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,411
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mackeyville is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,844 (59% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,844
59% above US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
Mackeyville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates41.0537°N, 77.4637°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Nearby Cities

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