Montgomery, PA

Pennsylvania

Montgomery is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,379. Residents earn $56,490 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,379 Population 2,507/sq mi density
$56,490 Median Income $26,207 per capita
$126,200 Home Value $220,217 Zillow
$894 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
127 Violent Crime/100K 1,398 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,490 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,200 home value, $894/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
127 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,490
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,200
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 127/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $894
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,379
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density2,507/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,490
Per Capita$26,207
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,200
Rent$894
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,217

Crime

F
Violent127/100K
Property1,398/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault127/100K
Burglary191/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation489 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score7.18

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Montgomery a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montgomery receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 below-average incomes. Montgomery offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montgomery is $56,490, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montgomery is $126,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $894 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Montgomery is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,398 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Montgomery experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Montgomery has a population of 1,379 with a density of 2,507 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%).

Population

1,379
Total Population
2,507
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Montgomery vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montgomery vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montgomery is $56,490, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Montgomery vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,490
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Montgomery is $126,200, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $894 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,217.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,200
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,217

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$894
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,397
1 Bedroom$1,520
2 Bedrooms$1,810
3 Bedrooms$2,170
4 Bedrooms$2,423

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111
Montgomery has a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,398 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent127.1/100K
67% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault127.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,397.7/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary190.6/100K
Theft1,143.6/100K
Vehicle Theft63.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Montgomery has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood
Good Days %72.9%
Unhealthy Days1

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,507/sq mi
Coordinates41.1737°N, 76.8688°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score7.18
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,507/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home8.1%

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