Masontown, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Fayette County County
Masontown, PA
At a Glance
How Masontown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Masontown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Masontown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Masontown residents earn a median household income of $49,536 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,283. The unemployment rate stands at 17.8% (394% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,734 business establishments, including 253 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Masontown is $116,700 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $113,300. Median rent is $463/month, with 44.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Masontown reports 416 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 993/100K.
Education
13.2% of adults in Masontown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Masontown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.