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McKee, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

McKee is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 160.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
160 Population 421/sq mi density
$90,300 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $90,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,035
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home Value$90,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute8 min
Broadband44.5%
Libraries8

Is McKee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKee receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. McKee faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKee is $90,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McKee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McKee has a population of 160 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

160
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McKee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McKee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKee is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: McKee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,035
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McKee is $90,300, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,300
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
McKee has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates40.3605°N, 78.4211°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 44.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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