Minersville, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Schuylkill County County
Minersville, PA
At a Glance
How Minersville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Minersville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Minersville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Minersville residents earn a median household income of $55,938 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,961. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,961 business establishments, including 248 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Minersville is $80,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $99,847. Median rent is $736/month, with 24.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Minersville reports 227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 250/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Minersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Minersville 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 totals 53.6 inches.