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Mocanaqua, PA

Pennsylvania · Columbia County

Mocanaqua is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 641. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
641 Population 1,282/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $34,638 per capita
$105,600 Home Value
$957 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $957/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $957
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population641
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,282/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$34,638
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$3,276M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,600
Rent$957
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units311
Rent Burden19.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute37 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries4

Is Mocanaqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mocanaqua receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Mocanaqua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mocanaqua is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mocanaqua is $105,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $957 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mocanaqua experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches, including 46.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mocanaqua has a population of 641 with a density of 1,282 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

641
Total Population
1,282
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mocanaqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mocanaqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mocanaqua is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Mocanaqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,638
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,571
County GDP$3,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare191
Retail230
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mocanaqua is $105,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $957 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$957
18% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%
Housing Units311
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,387
25% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
Mocanaqua has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall46.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,282/sq mi
Coordinates41.1386°N, 76.1331°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbia County County
County FIPS42037
Mocanaqua is located in Columbia County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,282/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyColumbia County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants170
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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