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McKnightstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

McKnightstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 728. Residents earn $111,923 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
728 Population 502/sq mi density
$111,923 Median Income $29,585 per capita
$185,900 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,923 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,900 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,923
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population728
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density502/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,923
Per Capita$29,585
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units251
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation635 ft (194 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries6

Is McKnightstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKnightstown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. McKnightstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKnightstown is $111,923, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places McKnightstown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKnightstown is $185,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McKnightstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McKnightstown has a population of 728 with a density of 502 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%).

Population

728
Total Population
502
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.2%
Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McKnightstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McKnightstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKnightstown is $111,923, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: McKnightstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,923
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,585
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McKnightstown is $185,900, 34% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,900
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%
Housing Units251
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
McKnightstown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density502/sq mi
Coordinates39.8735°N, 77.3302°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density502/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

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