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Masthope, PA

Pennsylvania

Masthope is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 704. Residents earn $97,723 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
704 Population 135/sq mi density
$97,723 Median Income $47,422 per capita
$328,800 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,723 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$328,800 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,723
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $328,800
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population704
Median Age66.2 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,723
Per Capita$47,422
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,003M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$328,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,418
Rent Burden32.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,169 ft (356 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.7%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+25.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute47 min
Broadband99.1%
Libraries2

Is Masthope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Masthope receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Masthope stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Masthope is $97,723, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Masthope is $328,800, 17% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Masthope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Masthope has a population of 704 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 66.2 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

704
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
66.2yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Masthope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Masthope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Masthope is $97,723, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Masthope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,723
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,422
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$76,798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,144
County GDP$2,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare98
Retail149
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.5 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Masthope is $328,800, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$328,800
17% above US avg
Median List Price$454,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$454,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units1,418
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
Masthope has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,169 ft (356 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates41.5166°N, 75.0254°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 99.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.7%
33% above US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+25.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants107
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.5 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

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