Pennsylvania
Montrose is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,427. Residents earn $56,484 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Montrose 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Montrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Montrose is $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Montrose is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Montrose is below the national average at 258 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 129 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Montrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,484 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,622 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,369 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 990 |
| County GDP | $2,616M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 141 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,074 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
| Census Median | $160,000 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $245,664 |
| Census Median Rent | $854 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,074 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,504/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Total Violent | 257.9/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 257.9/100K |
| Total Property | 129.0/100K |
| 93% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 64.5/100K |
| Theft | 64.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 82.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,656 ft (505 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8334°N, 75.8761°W |
| County FIPS | 42115 |
Winner: Republican by 44.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.6% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,106/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 141 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |