McClure, PA

Pennsylvania

McClure is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,113. Residents earn $68,833 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,113 Population 297/sq mi density
$68,833 Median Income $26,908 per capita
$130,200 Home Value $206,490 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,833 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,200 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,833
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,113
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,833
Per Capita$26,908
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,200
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,490
Rent Burden18.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation694 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Broadband82.8%
Libraries4

Is McClure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McClure receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. McClure offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McClure is $68,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McClure is $130,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McClure experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McClure has a population of 1,113 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

1,113
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

McClure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McClure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McClure is $68,833, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: McClure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,833
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,908
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$63,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,002
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare101
Retail169
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Drive Alone64.7%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in McClure is $130,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,490.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,200
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,490

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%

Health Metrics: McClure vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Premature Death6,209/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities101

Crime Rates: McClure vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

McClure has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates40.7078°N, 77.3114°W
County FIPS42109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 82.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants87
Retail Stores169

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Drive Alone64.7%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home8.2%

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