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McAlisterville, PA

Pennsylvania

McAlisterville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 830. Residents earn $53,529 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
830 Population 472/sq mi density
$53,529 Median Income $28,823 per capita
$152,500 Home Value $225,111 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,529 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,529
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,529
Per Capita$28,823
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$1,025M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,111
Housing Units415
Rent Burden20.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+69.8%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries1

Is McAlisterville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McAlisterville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. McAlisterville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McAlisterville is $53,529, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McAlisterville is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McAlisterville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McAlisterville has a population of 830 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

830
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McAlisterville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McAlisterville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McAlisterville is $53,529, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: McAlisterville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,529
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,823
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$63,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)581
County GDP$1,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare36
Retail67
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in McAlisterville is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,111

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.8%
Housing Units415
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
McAlisterville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates40.6380°N, 77.2730°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+69.8%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants32
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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