Milroy, PA

Pennsylvania

Milroy is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,393. Residents earn $71,366 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,393 Population 1,379/sq mi density
$71,366 Median Income $29,425 per capita
$110,100 Home Value $181,716 Zillow
$686 Median Rent 29.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$71,366 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,100 home value, $686/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,366
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.5%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,393
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,379/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,366
Per Capita$29,425
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,100
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,716
Rent Burden29.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation824 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries2

Is Milroy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milroy receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Milroy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milroy is $71,366, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milroy is $110,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 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

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milroy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Milroy has a population of 1,393 with a density of 1,379 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,393
Total Population
1,379
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Milroy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milroy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milroy is $71,366, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Milroy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,366
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,425
Avg Weekly Wage$1,005
IRS Avg AGI$56,938

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,093
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare124
Retail170
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milroy is $110,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,716.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,100
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,716

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below US avg
Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Premature Death9,940/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Milroy has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,379/sq mi
Coordinates40.7194°N, 77.5900°W
County FIPS42087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.4-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,379/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants88
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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