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Mammoth, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mammoth is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 421. Residents earn $47,708 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
421 Population 208/sq mi density
$47,708 Median Income $39,721 per capita
$164,900 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,708 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$164,900 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,708
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,708
Per Capita$39,721
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units239
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,127 ft (344 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Broadband76.8%
Libraries22

Is Mammoth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mammoth 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mammoth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mammoth is $47,708, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mammoth is $164,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mammoth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mammoth has a population of 421 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

421
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mammoth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mammoth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mammoth is $47,708, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mammoth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,708
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mammoth is $164,900, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,900
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
Mammoth has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,127 ft (344 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates40.1987°N, 79.4629°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 76.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.8%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

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