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Martins Creek, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Martins Creek is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 346. Residents earn $77,623 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
346 Population 422/sq mi density
$77,623 Median Income $39,549 per capita
$214,800 Home Value
$790 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,623 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,800 home value, $790/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,623
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,800
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population346
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density422/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,623
Per Capita$39,549
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,800
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units207
Rent Burden32.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation366 ft (112 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries10

Is Martins Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martins Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Martins Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martins Creek is $77,623, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martins Creek is $214,800, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Martins Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Martins Creek has a population of 346 with a density of 422 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

346
Total Population
422
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Martins Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martins Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martins Creek is $77,623, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Martins Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,623
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,549
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Martins Creek is $214,800, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,800
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.0%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
Martins Creek has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation366 ft (112 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density422/sq mi
Coordinates40.7827°N, 75.1902°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density422/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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