McConnellstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

McConnellstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,496. Residents earn $98,000 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,496 Population 457/sq mi density
$98,000 Median Income $41,211 per capita
$202,400 Home Value
$1,270 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,400 home value, $1,270/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,000
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $202,400
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,270
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,496
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,000
Per Capita$41,211
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,400
Rent$1,270
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation738 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Libraries8

Is McConnellstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McConnellstown receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. McConnellstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McConnellstown is $98,000, 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 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McConnellstown is $202,400, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McConnellstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McConnellstown has a population of 1,496 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%).

Population

1,496
Total Population
457
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

McConnellstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McConnellstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McConnellstown is $98,000, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: McConnellstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,000
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in McConnellstown is $202,400, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,400
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,270
9% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

McConnellstown 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 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates40.4644°N, 78.0669°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density457/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

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