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Meshoppen, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Meshoppen is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 402. Residents earn $73,333 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
402 Population 583/sq mi density
$73,333 Median Income $22,850 per capita
$149,500 Home Value
$1,109 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
68 Violent Crime/100K 3,399 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$73,333 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,500 home value, $1,109/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,333
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,500
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 68/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population402
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,333
Per Capita$22,850
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,500
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden14.7%

Crime

F
Violent68/100K
Property3,399/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault68/100K
Burglary136/100K

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+79.1%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries1

Is Meshoppen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meshoppen receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Meshoppen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meshoppen is $73,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meshoppen is $149,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Meshoppen is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,399 per 100,000, 73% above the national average.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Meshoppen 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.

Meshoppen has a population of 402 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

402
Total Population
583
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meshoppen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meshoppen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meshoppen is $73,333, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Meshoppen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,333
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,850
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$77,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below 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 Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Meshoppen is $149,500, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,500
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,922
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
Meshoppen has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,399 per 100,000 (73% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent68.0/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault68.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,399.1/100K
73% above US avg
Burglary136.0/100K
Theft3,263.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Meshoppen 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

Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates41.6093°N, 76.0418°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.8-point margin. 96.8% 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+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+79.1%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density583/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants61
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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