Mercer, PA

Pennsylvania · Mercer County

Mercer is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,847. Residents earn $44,865 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,847 Population 1,592/sq mi density

$44,865 Median Income $34,677 per capita

$130,300 Home Value $228,657 Zillow

$644 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr

460 Violent Crime/100K 1,841 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$44,865 median income, 3.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$130,300 home value, $644/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

460 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

19.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $44,865

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $130,300

54% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 460/100K

21% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.4%

42% lower than US avg

Median Rent $644

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.1%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,847

Median Age39.5 yrs

Density1,592/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

Median Income$44,865

Per Capita$34,677

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty10.1%

County GDP$5,515M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$130,300

Rent$644

Ownership54.1%

Zillow$228,657

Housing Units943

Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

Violent460/100K

Property1,841/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault409/100K

Burglary409/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.8%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Sunny Days282/yr

Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.4%

High School+86.5%

Graduate+7.9%

School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute25 min

Broadband85.6%

EV Stations3

Libraries5

Is Mercer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mercer receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mercer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mercer is $44,865, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mercer is $130,300, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 460 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,841 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

19.4% 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 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mercer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mercer has a population of 1,847 with a density of 1,592 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.7% female and 44.3% male. The city is predominantly White (96.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,847

Total Population

1,592

People / sq mi

39.5yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%

Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mercer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.1%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mercer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mercer is $44,865, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,677 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,041, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,857 business establishments, including 251 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mercer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,865
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,677
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,041
IRS Avg AGI	$62,842
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.1%
	19% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,857
County GDP	$5,515M

Business (County)

Restaurants	251
Healthcare	407
Retail	423
Manufacturing	186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,174
	19% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mercer is $130,300, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,657, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $792 for a one-bedroom to $996 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 943 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1952. The average annual property tax is $4,174 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$130,300
	54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$228,657

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$644
	45% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$704
1 Bedroom	$792
2 Bedrooms	$996
3 Bedrooms	$1,385
4 Bedrooms	$1,538

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	54.1%
Owner-Occupied	54.1%
Renter-Occupied	45.9%
Housing Units	943
Median Year Built	1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,174
	19% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.20%

In Mercer, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 13.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,617. The dentist ratio is 1:1,734. 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.2%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.8%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.2%
Mental Distress	13.9%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.4%

Primary Care	1:1,617
Dentists	1:1,734
Mental Health	1:454
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	58.9%
Premature Death	10,603/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	86.7%
Healthcare Facilities	407

Mercer has a violent crime rate of 460 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 409.2 per 100,000, robbery at 51.2, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,841 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,228, burglary at 409, vehicle theft at 205 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mercer receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	460.4/100K
	21% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	51.2/100K
Assault	409.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,841.4/100K
	6% below US avg
Burglary	409.2/100K
Theft	1,227.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	204.6/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	259
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mercer experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. 75% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	48.5°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,257 ft (383 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	1,592/sq mi
Coordinates	41.2265°N, 80.2363°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Mercer County County
Nearest Airport	Venango Regional (FKL) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	74.9%
Unhealthy Days	0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0452 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	77.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	54.8 / 100
Community Resilience	75.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Sep 25, 1998	2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania	M4.5	32 km
Jun 10, 2019	1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M4.0	114 km
Jan 26, 2001	8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.9	92 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	96 km
Jun 30, 2003	6 km NW of Perry, Ohio	M3.6	103 km
Aug 28, 2023	7 km SE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	83 km
Oct 16, 1993	8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	83 km
Jun 20, 2006	9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	107 km
Mar 15, 1992	15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	113 km
Jan 26, 1991	1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio	M3.4	107 km
Jun 3, 2001	3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.4	87 km
Jun 30, 2004	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.3	93 km
Jul 1, 2013	5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio	M3.2	108 km
Jan 9, 2008	6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	114 km
Mar 11, 2006	8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	114 km
Apr 25, 2010	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.0	93 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	78 km
Feb 23, 1995	3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio	M2.9	87 km
Aug 7, 2000	2 km S of Limaville, Ohio	M2.9	82 km
Jan 4, 2022	3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M2.8	115 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

314 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 74 fatalities, 1,086 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 31, 1985	EF5	77 km	18
May 31, 1985	EF4	82 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF4	72 km	12
May 31, 1985	EF4	37 km	16
May 31, 1985	EF4	63 km	7
Jun 3, 1980	EF4	77 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	68 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	49 km	9
May 31, 1985	EF3	81 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	53 km	2
May 31, 1985	EF3	66 km	0
Oct 12, 1978	EF3	74 km	0
Jun 3, 1973	EF3	100 km	0
May 2, 1972	EF3	27 km	0
Jun 2, 1971	EF3	72 km	0
Aug 5, 1956	EF3	40 km	2
Mar 1, 1955	EF3	37 km	1
May 7, 2024	EF2	86 km	0
Aug 24, 2023	EF2	77 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	85 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1823	LAKE ERIE	Unknown	2.7 m	—	134 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 ac, 1990).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1990	UNNAMED	628	72 km
2021	UNNAMED	586	84 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-4°C)	2.4 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	3.0 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
July	69°F (21°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
September	62°F (16°C)	4.0 in
October	51°F (10°C)	3.0 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.4 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.0 in

Mercer has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 26°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.1").

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Mercer is located in Mercer County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 19.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.7% of the vote, a 30.2-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 407 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%

D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	259
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.4%
	42% below US avg
High School+	86.5%
Graduate Degree+	7.9%
School Test Score	6.02

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,592/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Mercer County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.6%
Avg Download Speed	123.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	407
Restaurants	251
Retail Stores	423

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.3%

Average costs for common services in Mercer. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit	$342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit	$195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling	$244 ($146–$390)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement	$195 ($98–$342)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install	$6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair	$976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement	$8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense	$4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation	$488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation	$2,440 ($976–$4,880)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$244)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread	$3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$195 ($98–$390)

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Top Industries in Mercer County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,570	503	$52,747	1.38
Manufacturing	8,214	200	$68,322	2.31
Retail Trade	5,688	418	$32,185	1.32
Accommodation & Food Services	3,935	262	$19,732	1.00
Transportation & Warehousing	1,604	80	$65,545	0.88
Other Services	1,573	266	$30,964	1.21
Construction	1,487	218	$64,441	0.66
Finance & Insurance	1,420	132	$98,877	0.81
Wholesale Trade	1,194	101	$81,817	0.70
Educational Services	983	22	$52,132	1.10
Professional & Technical Services	807	180	$66,786	0.27
Administrative & Waste Services	791	106	$46,106	0.31
Management of Companies	621	30	$93,964	0.85
Arts & Entertainment	615	35	$16,860	0.85
Real Estate	311	75	$49,086	0.46
Information & Technology	236	18	$57,658	0.29
Agriculture & Forestry	198	29	$40,376	0.57
Mining & Oil/Gas	175	16	$189,040	1.07
Utilities	149	7	$129,411	0.91

Colleges & Universities in Mercer

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Mercer County Career Center	Public · Certificate	—	—	—	—

Schools in Mercer

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Mercer Area El Sch	Elementary	582	43	13.5:1
Mercer Area SHS	High	334	20	16.7:1
Mercer Area MS	Middle	140	9	15.6:1

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Radio Stations near Mercer

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WXED 107.3 Ellwood City	—	MP3 128 kbps
1390 WNIO	sports	AAC
88.9 Titan Radio - New Wilmington, PA	adult contemporary, variety hits	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mercer

8 campgrounds found near Mercer.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Overlook Recreation Area	5.0/5	1	$50
Shenango Lake Clark Picnic Shelter	4.5/5	1	$51
Woodcock Lake Park	4.3/5	4	$18–$35
Shenango Lake Mahaney Outflow Riverview Picnic Shelter	4.0/5	1	$51
SHENANGO REC AREA CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	328	$18–$34
Shenango Lake Shenango Lakeside Picnic Shelter	2.5/5	1	$51
Shenango Lake Mahaney Spruce Cove Trails End Rolling Meadows Skyline Picnic Shelters	2.0/5	4	$51
Shenango Lake Chestnut Run Picnic Shelter	—	1	$51

National Parks Near Mercer

24 national parks and monuments found near Mercer.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Erie Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Geneva State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hillman State Park	State Park	Free
Jefferson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Keystone State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua	State Park	Free
Maurice K. Goddard State Park	State Park	Free
McConnells Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Midway State Park	State Park	Free
Moraine State Park	State Park	Free
Mosquito Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park	State Park	Free
Oil Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Point State Park	State Park	Free
Presque Isle State Park	State Park	Free
Punderson State Park	State Park	Free
Pymatuning State Park	State Park	Free
Raccoon Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Tomlinson Run State Park	State Park	Free
West Branch State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Mercer

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NATIONAL CHURCHILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$68,621,851
WEYERS-SAMPSON ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$37,537,657
HOYT INSTITUTE OF FINE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		4126522882	$4,655,932
GROVE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$301,167
MERCER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$114,673
JOSEPH A. CLAVELLI HISTORY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	408 N JEFFERSON STREET	7246584022	$65,782
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	408 NORTH JEFFERSON STREET	7246584022	$65,782
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7246584022	$65,782
GROVE CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7244581798	$23,296
CANAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7245887540
GREENVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	23 WEST MAIN STREET	7245883230
GREENVILLE RAILROAD PARK AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7245884009
HARLANSBURG STATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7246529002
HERMITAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7243460419
LAWRENCE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRIAL	GENERAL MUSEUM		7246584571
MARTHA GAULT ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SANDY CREEK CONSERVANCY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7243761000
SHARPSVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	131 NORTH MERCER AVENUE	7249629919
STONEBORO COMMUNITY AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WEST MIDDLESEX AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mercer

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NEW CASTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	207 EAST NORTH STREET	120,908
GROVE CITY COMMUNITY LIBRARY	125 WEST MAIN ST	95,174
MERCER AREA LIBRARY	110 E. VENANGO ST.	36,838
GREENVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	330 MAIN ST	26,960

Farmers Markets in Mercer

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Fresh Marketplace @ New Wilmington Center	129 Chestnut Street	05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Mercer MainStreet Farmers' Market	102 South Diamond St	07/18/2015 to 10/10/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Michelangelo's Flea & Farmers Market	2475 Ben Franklin Hwy.
New Wilmington Farmers' Market	Jameson Heath Care parking lot -Market St. & Vine St				Visit
Olde Town Grove City Farmers Market	120 Festival Park (Beside the Gazebo)				Visit
Slippery Rock Farmers Market	Gateway Park, 100 Midway Street	06/06/2020 to 10/03/2020	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;
The Green Market on Market St.	Jameson Lot: Market St.				Visit

Breweries in Mercer

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Beer 4 Less	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Wholesale Beverage Dispensing Equipment	310 Cascade Galleria	7246540900
North Country Brewing Co	American Restaurant, Brewery, Bar	141 S Main St	7247942337	Visit
Paul's Beverages	Bottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	137 Northgate Cir	7246521171	Visit

Nursing Homes in Mercer

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
COUNTRYSIDE CONVAL HOME LTD PA 8221 LAMOR ROAD	For profit - Partnership	48	46	4/5	—	3/5	4/5	7246625860
AVALON SPRINGS NURSING CENTER 745 GREENVILLE ROAD	Non profit - Corporation	100	93	1/5	—	1/5	3/5	7246625400

Pharmacies in Mercer

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KLINGENSMITHS	533 GREENVILLE ROAD	724-662-3401
RITE AID - 2769	100 FRANKLIN STREET	724-662-2009
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	315 SOUTH ERIE STREET	724-662-2240

EV Charging Stations in Mercer

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Candlewood Suites Grove City - Outlet Center - Tesla Destination	37 Holiday Blvd	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public
Hampton Inn & Suites Grove City - Tesla Destination	4 Holiday Blvd	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Mercer

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
320 Donation Rd	TOWER	127
147 Nicklin Road (96262)	LTOWER	99
87 EAST PINES ROAD (97168)	LTOWER	97
1039 Wray Road (96114)	LTOWER	96
66 Hemlock Road (19960)	LTOWER	95
NORTH KEEL RIDGE ROAD (63248)	LTOWER	95
3839 Saranac Drive (27823)	LTOWER	90
107 MC CRACKEN RD (96281)	GTOWER	89
500' S. of 171 Stonepile-School Rd (17101)	LTOWER	87
1579 POTTER RUN ROAD (43305)	LTOWER	86
1831 Perry Highway (96289)	LTOWER	82
2444 Clintonville Rd	TOWER	81
4330 William Flynn Highway (96122)	GTOWER	81
4354 East State Street	TOWER	76
147 Doyle Road (96293)	LTOWER	61
248 & 1/2 HIGH HILL ROAD (42097)	GTOWER	59
513 Boyd-Steckler Road (96291)	GTOWER	58
100 Farkas Road (97172)	MTOWER	57
2191 East State St. (97169)	LTOWER	56
522 East Main Street (96283)	MTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Mercer

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Springfield Township Volunteer Fire Department	404 Old Ash RD	Volunteer			724-748-3597

Bridges in Mercer

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1963	30	17,992	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1965	145	12,975	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	400	12,975	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1966	140	12,975	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1965	144	12,524	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1965	140	12,524	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1998	381	12,524	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2018	46	7,208	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	378	4,870	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1986	122	4,309	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	29	3,660	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	60	3,515	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2009	73	2,720	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	108	2,720	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	50	2,456	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1941	97	1,673	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	126	1,673	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	368	1,443	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1910	33	873	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	91	632	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	33	602	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	94	570	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1892	22	462	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	23	393	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1922	104	375	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	29	293	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	85	245	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1904	49	245	F
Culvert	Concrete	1992	32	245	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1988	27	182	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1928	136	124	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1922	26	98	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	45	82	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	42	79	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1994	26	61	G
Culvert	Concrete	1987	22	59	G

Correctional Facilities in Mercer

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
SCI MERCER	801 BUTLER PIKE	STATE	1,480	1,494	OPEN
MERCER COUNTY JAIL	55 THOMPSON RD	COUNTY	258	310	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Mercer

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ELLWOOD QUALITY STEELS CO	700 MORAVIA ST	LAWRENCE
GE TRANSPORTATION	1503 W MAIN STREET EXT	MERCER
SIGNATURE ALUM INC/GREENVILLE	93 WERNER ROAD	MERCER

Airports Near Mercer

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Pittsburgh International Airport	PIT	Large Airport
Beaver County Airport	BFP	Medium Airport
Northeast Ohio Regional Airport	JFN	Medium Airport
Venango Regional Airport	FKL	Medium Airport
Youngstown Warren Regional Airport	YNG	Medium Airport
Aero Flight Center Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Farmland Airport	—	Small Airport
Bartsch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bieber Field	—	Small Airport
Big Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Braceville Airport	—	Small Airport
Brennan Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Brocker Field	—	Small Airport
Butler Farm Show Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle C Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbiana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Corry Lawrence Airport	—	Small Airport
Culmerville Airport	—	Small Airport
Dillen Personal Airport	—	Small Airport
Dream Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Eakin Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferrell Field	—	Small Airport
Fino Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flemming Field	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
G & N Airport	—	Small Airport
Germack Airport	—	Small Airport
Gravel Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Griffin-Sloas Airport	—	Small Airport
Grove City Airport	—	Small Airport
Hal Joy Airfield	—	Small Airport
Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Hemlock Field	—	Small Airport
Herron Airport	—	Small Airport
J and B Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
J T Willie Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson Airport	—	Small Airport
Kenley Airport	—	Small Airport
Kindelberger Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Kiski Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mercer

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Greenville Police Station
Grove City High School Police
Grove City Police	337 East Pine Street
Hermitage Police Department
Mercer County Sheriff's Office	205 South Erie Street
Mercer Police Department	99 East Venango Street
New Castle Police Department
PA State Police - Mercer Baracks	139 Steingrabe Road
PA State Police Baracks	826 Franklin Road
Pymatuning Police Department	256 Edgewood Drive
Sharpsville Municipal Building
Union Township Police Dept
University Police Department	145 Kiester Road

Grocery Stores in Mercer

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Country Fair 92	Convenience Store	205 N Erie St
Dollar General 25353	Other	541 S Erie St
DOLLAR GENERAL 8429	Other	514 Greenville Rd
Family Dollar 3159	Other	139 N Erie St
HOWARD & SON MEATPACKING	Grocery Store	8392 Sharon Mercer Rd
Lengel Brothers Farm NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	1346 Mercer Grove City Rd
Mercer Mart	Convenience Store	854 Perry Hwy
Mercer Speed Check	Convenience Store	100 S Erie St
Sheetz 136	Convenience Store	105 N Erie St
WALT'S	Supermarket	531 Greenville Rd

Treatment Centers in Mercer

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Counseling Center of - Mercer County Family Based MH Services	Mental Health	724-981-3341
Community Counseling Center of - Mercer County/Outpatient Treatment	Both	724-981-7141
Community Counseling Ctr of Mercer	Both	724-588-6490
Farrell Comprehensive Treatment Center - Discovery House NPA LLC	Substance Abuse	724-981-9815 x331
George Junior Republic	Substance Abuse	724-458-9330 x2142
Human Services Center	Mental Health	724-658-3578
New Castle Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - Discovery House NC LLC	Substance Abuse	724-598-7999 x419
New Horizons Treatment Center - Washington Centre	Substance Abuse	724-202-6818
Paoletta Counseling Services Inc	Mental Health	724-662-7202
Resolutions Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	878-202-4275

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mercer

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	100 W VENANGO ST
CALVARY FELLOWSHIP CHAPEL	1033 N PERRY HWY
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	322 S SHENANGO ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	2396 LEESBURG-GROVE CITYRD
FOUNDATION FOR MIDDLE EASTERN NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES	823 LATONKA DR
FRIDAY NIGHT FAITH INC	282 LATONKA DR
IMMACULATE HEART CHURCH CORP	100 PENN AVE
INTERNATIONAL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH	RR 5
MISSION 423 EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES	PO BOX 575
NEW BEGINNINGS PH CHURCH	PO 360
RHEMA GRACE FREEDOM CHURCH	627 SAN CHEZ TER
SHILOH MINISTRIES	868 MERCER GROVE CITY RD
THE CHAPEL AT MERCER	300 S PITT ST
UNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	1857 MERCER WEST MIDDLESEX RD
YWAM DEAF WORLD	220 MCCLELLAND RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mercer

What is the population of Mercer?

Mercer has a population of 1,847 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,592 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.

Is Mercer expensive to live in?

Mercer has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $44,865, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,300 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mercer safe?

The violent crime rate in Mercer is 460 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,841 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mercer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mercer?

Mercer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mercer?

Mercer has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,041. There are 2,857 business establishments in the area, including 251 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mercer?

The median home value in Mercer is $130,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,657. For renters, the median monthly rent is $644. Fair market rent is $792 for a 1-bedroom and $996 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,174.

How are the schools in Mercer?

Schools in Mercer score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.4% of adults in Mercer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mercer?

The obesity rate in Mercer is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,617.

What is transportation like in Mercer?

The average commute in Mercer is 25 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mercer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mercer is 96.5% White. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 22.5% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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