Mont Clare, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mont Clare is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,155. Residents earn $82,115 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,155 Population 1,796/sq mi density
$82,115 Median Income $58,591 per capita
$278,600 Home Value $249,948 Zillow
$1,844 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$82,115 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$278,600 home value, $1,844/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,115
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,600
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,844
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,155
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,796/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,115
Per Capita$58,591
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,600
Rent$1,844
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,948

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute25 min
Libraries37

Is Mont Clare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mont Clare receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mont Clare stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mont Clare is $82,115, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.4% 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 Mont Clare is $278,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,844 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mont Clare experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mont Clare has a population of 2,155 with a density of 1,796 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

2,155
Total Population
1,796
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mont Clare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.1%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.9%
86% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mont Clare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mont Clare is $82,115, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mont Clare vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,115
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,591
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mont Clare is $278,600, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,844 (59% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,948.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,600
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,948
Median List Price$229,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,900
$/Sq Ft$237
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,844
59% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,813

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%

Health Metrics: Mont Clare vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Mont Clare has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Coordinates40.1367°N, 75.4993°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home24.8%

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