Millersburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Millersburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,538. Residents earn $65,190 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,538 Population 3,339/sq mi density
$65,190 Median Income $29,320 per capita
$123,500 Home Value $220,662 Zillow
$826 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
198 Violent Crime/100K 1,503 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,190 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,500 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
198 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,190
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,500
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 198/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,538
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density3,339/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,190
Per Capita$29,320
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,500
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,662
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

F
Violent198/100K
Property1,503/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault158/100K
Burglary593/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation483 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries10

Is Millersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Millersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millersburg is $65,190, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millersburg is $123,500, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Millersburg is below the national average at 198 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,503 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Millersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Millersburg has a population of 2,538 with a density of 3,339 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 2% Black.

Population

2,538
Total Population
3,339
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Millersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millersburg is $65,190, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Millersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,190
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,320
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Millersburg is $123,500, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,662.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,500
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,662
Median List Price$143,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$143,000
$/Sq Ft$74
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops42.9%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979
Millersburg has a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,503 per 100,000 (23% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent197.7/100K
48% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery39.5/100K
Assault158.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,502.6/100K
23% below US avg
Burglary593.1/100K
Theft909.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson79.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Millersburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density3,339/sq mi
Coordinates40.5432°N, 76.9529°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,339/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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