Milford, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Milford is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,275. Residents earn $75,536 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,275 Population 2,713/sq mi density
$75,536 Median Income $43,395 per capita
$361,000 Home Value $341,262 Zillow
$1,504 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
100 Violent Crime/100K 2,410 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,536 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$361,000 home value, $1,504/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
100 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,536
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,000
28% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 100/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.5%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,504
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,275
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density2,713/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,536
Per Capita$43,395
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$361,000
Rent$1,504
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,262

Crime

F
Violent100/100K
Property2,410/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault100/100K
Burglary201/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation496 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Milford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milford is $75,536, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milford is $361,000, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,504 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Milford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,410 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 40.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Milford has a population of 1,275 with a density of 2,713 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%).

Population

1,275
Total Population
2,713
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milford is $75,536, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,536
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,395
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Milford is $361,000, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,504 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,262.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,000
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,262
Median List Price$461,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$461,950
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,504
29% above 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-Occupied35.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Milford has a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,410 per 100,000 (23% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.4/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault100.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,409.6/100K
23% above US avg
Burglary200.8/100K
Theft2,208.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Milford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall40.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation496 ft (151 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,713/sq mi
Coordinates41.3237°N, 74.8010°W
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,713/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home6.2%

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