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Mifflin, PA

Pennsylvania

Mifflin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 415. Residents earn $50,357 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
415 Population 2,441/sq mi density
$50,357 Median Income $20,865 per capita
$73,300 Home Value $217,780 Zillow
$836 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$50,357 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $836/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,357
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population415
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density2,441/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,357
Per Capita$20,865
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$1,025M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,780
Housing Units169
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation468 ft (143 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+59.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries1

Is Mifflin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mifflin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mifflin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mifflin is $50,357, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mifflin is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Mifflin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mifflin has a population of 415 with a density of 2,441 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

415
Total Population
2,441
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mifflin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mifflin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mifflin is $50,357, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mifflin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,357
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,865
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$63,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)581
County GDP$1,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare36
Retail67
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mifflin is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,780.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,780

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$770
1 Bedroom$786
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,283
4 Bedrooms$1,288

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.2%
Housing Units169
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,118
18% above US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
Mifflin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation468 ft (143 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,441/sq mi
Coordinates40.5686°N, 77.4045°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+59.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.22
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,441/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants32
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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