Mohnton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mohnton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,924. Residents earn $72,198 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,924 Population 3,847/sq mi density
$72,198 Median Income $43,320 per capita
$221,200 Home Value $380,294 Zillow
$911 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
66 Violent Crime/100K 853 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$72,198 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,200 home value, $911/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
66 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,198
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,200
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 66/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $911
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,924
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density3,847/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,198
Per Capita$43,320
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,200
Rent$911
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,294
Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

F
Violent66/100K
Property853/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault66/100K
Burglary263/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation564 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Broadband81.4%
Libraries25

Is Mohnton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mohnton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mohnton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mohnton is $72,198, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% 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 Mohnton is $221,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $911 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Mohnton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 853 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mohnton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mohnton has a population of 2,924 with a density of 3,847 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

2,924
Total Population
3,847
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mohnton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mohnton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mohnton is $72,198, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mohnton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,198
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,320
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mohnton is $221,200, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $911 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,294.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,200
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,294
Median List Price$267,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$267,450
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$911
22% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964
Mohnton has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 853 per 100,000 (56% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent65.6/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault65.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property853.3/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary262.6/100K
Theft557.9/100K
Vehicle Theft32.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mohnton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density3,847/sq mi
Coordinates40.2875°N, 75.9869°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 81.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,847/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.4%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home7.2%

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