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Mehoopany, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mehoopany is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 283. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 280/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $25,273 per capita
$114,000 Home Value
$1,077 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,000 home value, $1,077/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,077
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$25,273
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,000
Rent$1,077
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation776 ft (237 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute10 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries1

Is Mehoopany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mehoopany receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mehoopany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mehoopany is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mehoopany is $114,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,077 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mehoopany experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mehoopany has a population of 283 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.3%
Female 36.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mehoopany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mehoopany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mehoopany is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Mehoopany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,273
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$77,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)714
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare56
Retail108
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,922
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.4 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mehoopany is $114,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,077 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,000
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,077
7% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,922
69% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
Mehoopany has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall41.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation776 ft (237 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates41.5670°N, 76.0622°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.8-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants61
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.4 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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