McGovern, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

McGovern is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,290. Residents earn $110,778 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,290 Population 1,865/sq mi density
$110,778 Median Income $55,405 per capita
$304,400 Home Value
$1,166 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,778 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$304,400 home value, $1,166/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,778
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $304,400
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.8%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,166
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,290
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,865/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,778
Per Capita$55,405
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$304,400
Rent$1,166
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,126 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.8%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute19 min
Libraries14

Is McGovern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McGovern 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, a low poverty rate. McGovern stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McGovern is $110,778, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places McGovern among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McGovern is $304,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McGovern experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McGovern has a population of 4,290 with a density of 1,865 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

4,290
Total Population
1,865
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McGovern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McGovern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McGovern is $110,778, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: McGovern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,778
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in McGovern is $304,400, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$304,400
8% above US avg
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,166
0% below 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-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

McGovern has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density1,865/sq mi
Coordinates40.2362°N, 80.2268°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.8%
30% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,865/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home15.1%

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