McKinley, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

McKinley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,452. Residents earn $112,375 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,452 Population 2,786/sq mi density
$112,375 Median Income $50,056 per capita
$324,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$112,375 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$324,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,375
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $324,500
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.0%
69% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,452
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density2,786/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$112,375
Per Capita$50,056
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$134,989M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$324,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation220 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.0%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 79%
Commute31 min
Libraries53

Is McKinley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKinley receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. McKinley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKinley is $112,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places McKinley among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKinley is $324,500, 15% above the national median. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

McKinley is a highly educated community — 57.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McKinley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McKinley has a population of 2,452 with a density of 2,786 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 12.8% Black.

Population

2,452
Total Population
2,786
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McKinley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McKinley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKinley is $112,375, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: McKinley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,375
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,056
Avg Weekly Wage$1,600
IRS Avg AGI$66,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,641
County GDP$134,989M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,941
Healthcare4,416
Retail4,364
Manufacturing639

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in McKinley is $324,500, 15% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,500
15% above US avg
Median List Price$512,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$512,450
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Premature Death11,854/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,416

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)133

Safety Score

McKinley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,786/sq mi
Coordinates40.0840°N, 75.1107°W
County FIPS42101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 58.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20%
D 78.8%

Winner: Democrat by 58.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.0%
69% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,786/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries53
Healthcare Facilities4,416
Restaurants3,941
Retail Stores4,364

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)133

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home31.5%

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