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Maxatawny, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Maxatawny is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 78.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
78 Population 780/sq mi density
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 51.6%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 32.1%
792% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density780/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$62,428
Unemployment32.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,739M
Commute20 min

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation471 ft (144 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute20 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries9

Is Maxatawny a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 32.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Maxatawny is a highly educated community — 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Maxatawny experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Maxatawny has a population of 78 with a density of 780 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59%).

Population

78
Total Population
780
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.8%
Female 28.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maxatawny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maxatawny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maxatawny is N/A. The unemployment rate is 32.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Maxatawny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$62,428
Avg Weekly Wage$1,352
IRS Avg AGI$79,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.1%
792% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,954
County GDP$31,739M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare1,107
Retail1,187
Manufacturing349

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Maxatawny has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation471 ft (144 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density780/sq mi
Coordinates40.5412°N, 75.6919°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.6%
53% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density780/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,107
Restaurants801
Retail Stores1,187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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