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McKean, PA

Pennsylvania

McKean is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 494. Residents earn $69,583 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
494 Population 867/sq mi density
$69,583 Median Income $32,759 per capita
$198,000 Home Value
$907 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$69,583 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,000 home value, $907/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population494
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$32,759
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$3,665M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,000
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units239
Rent Burden19.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.75

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries9

Is McKean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKean receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. McKean offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKean is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKean is $198,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

McKean experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 111.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McKean has a population of 494 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

494
Total Population
867
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McKean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McKean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKean is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: McKean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,583
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,759
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$58,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,130
County GDP$3,665M

Business (County)

Restaurants183
Healthcare217
Retail288
Manufacturing257

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,914
40% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in McKean is $198,000, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,000
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$708
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,219
4 Bedrooms$1,447

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.7%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,914
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
McKean has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall111.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density867/sq mi
Coordinates41.9985°N, 80.1396°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.75
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density867/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities217
Restaurants183
Retail Stores288

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Nearby Cities

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