Macungie, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Macungie is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,247. Residents earn $74,056 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,247 Population 3,280/sq mi density
$74,056 Median Income $43,260 per capita
$293,900 Home Value $434,912 Zillow
$1,679 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
64 Violent Crime/100K 579 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$74,056 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$293,900 home value, $1,679/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
64 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,056
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $293,900
4% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 64/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,247
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3,280/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,056
Per Capita$43,260
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$293,900
Rent$1,679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,912

Crime

F
Violent64/100K
Property579/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault64/100K
Burglary64/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation389 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries9

Is Macungie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macungie receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Macungie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macungie is $74,056, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macungie is $293,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Macungie is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 579 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Macungie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Macungie has a population of 3,247 with a density of 3,280 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

3,247
Total Population
3,280
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Macungie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.3%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.7%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Macungie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macungie is $74,056, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Macungie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,056
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,260
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Macungie is $293,900, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,912.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,900
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$434,912
Median List Price$469,031

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$469,031
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,051

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%

Health Metrics: Macungie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Premature Death7,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Macungie has a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 579 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Macungie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent64.3/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault64.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property579.0/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary64.3/100K
Theft514.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Macungie 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 is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,280/sq mi
Coordinates40.5159°N, 75.5541°W
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,280/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home7.0%

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