Mechanicsburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cumberland County County
Mechanicsburg, PA
At a Glance
How Mechanicsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mechanicsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mechanicsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mechanicsburg residents earn a median household income of $81,696 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,945. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,995 business establishments, including 574 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mechanicsburg is $227,600 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $402,872. Median rent is $1,033/month, with 21.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Mechanicsburg reports 59 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,286/100K.
Education
42.2% of adults in Mechanicsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mechanicsburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.