Milton, PA

Pennsylvania

Milton is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,582. Residents earn $53,552 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,582 Population 1,897/sq mi density
$53,552 Median Income $27,865 per capita
$172,100 Home Value $221,571 Zillow
$902 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
358 Violent Crime/100K 2,365 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,552 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$172,100 home value, $902/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
358 violent crimes/100K (6% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,552
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,100
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 358/100K
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $902
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,582
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,897/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,552
Per Capita$27,865
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,100
Rent$902
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,571

Crime

F
Violent358/100K
Property2,365/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault258/100K
Burglary559/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation483 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Milton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Milton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milton is $53,552, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milton is $172,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $902 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Milton is below the national average at 358 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,365 per 100,000, 21% above the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milton 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 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Milton has a population of 6,582 with a density of 1,897 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%).

Population

6,582
Total Population
1,897
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milton is $53,552, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,552
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Milton is $172,100, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $902 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,571.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,571
Median List Price$167,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$167,450
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$902
22% 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-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111
Milton has a violent crime rate of 358 per 100,000 residents, 6% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,365 per 100,000 (21% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent358.4/100K
6% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape71.7/100K
Robbery28.7/100K
Assault258.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,365.3/100K
21% above US avg
Burglary559.1/100K
Theft1,763.2/100K
Vehicle Theft43.0/100K
Arson28.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Milton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density1,897/sq mi
Coordinates41.0021°N, 76.8523°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,897/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home7.9%

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