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Montandon, PA

Pennsylvania · Northumberland County

Montandon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 823. Residents earn $50,306 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
823 Population 935/sq mi density
$50,306 Median Income $32,551 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,306 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $763/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,306
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population823
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,306
Per Capita$32,551
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units390
Rent Burden17.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband78.5%
Libraries7

Is Montandon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montandon 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Montandon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montandon is $50,306, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montandon is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Montandon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Montandon has a population of 823 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

823
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Montandon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montandon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montandon is $50,306, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Montandon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,306
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Montandon is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Median List Price$172,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,450
$/Sq Ft$249
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio106.1%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units390
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
Montandon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall28.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates40.9655°N, 76.8530°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNorthumberland County County
County FIPS42097
Montandon is located in Northumberland County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 78.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyNorthumberland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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