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Mapleton, PA

Pennsylvania

Mapleton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 357. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
357 Population 1,983/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $24,661 per capita
$83,900 Home Value
$695 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value, $695/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,983/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$24,661
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,677M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units171
Rent Burden24.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.8%
Libraries1

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Mapleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mapleton is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mapleton is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mapleton has a population of 357 with a density of 1,983 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

357
Total Population
1,983
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,661
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$58,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,022
County GDP$1,677M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare120
Retail135
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mapleton is $83,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,983/sq mi
Coordinates40.3920°N, 77.9416°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,983/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants81
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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