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Mineral Springs, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Mineral Springs is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 182.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
182 Population 92/sq mi density
$86,800 Home Value
$813 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $86,800
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,218
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$86,800
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries8

Is Mineral Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mineral Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mineral Springs is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineral Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mineral Springs has a population of 182 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%).

Population

182
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mineral Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral Springs is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Mineral Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mineral Springs is $86,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,800
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
Mineral Springs has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates40.9960°N, 78.3689°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Mineral Springs is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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