Milesburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Milesburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,137. Residents earn $58,667 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,137 Population 2,584/sq mi density
$58,667 Median Income $31,294 per capita
$174,500 Home Value $207,240 Zillow
$1,049 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,667 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,500 home value, $1,049/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,667
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,500
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,049
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,137
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density2,584/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,667
Per Capita$31,294
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,500
Rent$1,049
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,240

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute16 min
Libraries5

Is Milesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Milesburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milesburg is $58,667, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milesburg is $174,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,049 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Milesburg has a population of 1,137 with a density of 2,584 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

1,137
Total Population
2,584
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Milesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milesburg is $58,667, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Milesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,667
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Milesburg is $174,500, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,049 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,240.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,500
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,240

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,049
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Premature Death4,450/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities404

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Milesburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,584/sq mi
Coordinates40.9424°N, 77.7917°W
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,584/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

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