Morgan Hill, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Morgan Hill is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,412. Residents earn $127,188 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,412 Population 1,883/sq mi density
$127,188 Median Income $84,443 per capita
$304,900 Home Value
$1,802 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$127,188 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$304,900 home value, $1,802/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,188
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $304,900
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,802
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,412
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density1,883/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,188
Per Capita$84,443
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$304,900
Rent$1,802
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation618 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute31 min
Libraries10

Is Morgan Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morgan Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Morgan Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morgan Hill is $127,188, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Morgan Hill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morgan Hill is $304,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,802 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morgan Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Morgan Hill has a population of 1,412 with a density of 1,883 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,412
Total Population
1,883
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Morgan Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morgan Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morgan Hill is $127,188, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Morgan Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,188
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,443
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home35.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Morgan Hill is $304,900, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,802 (55% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$304,900
8% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,802
55% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%

Health Metrics: Morgan Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Morgan Hill has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,883/sq mi
Coordinates40.6665°N, 75.2040°W
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,883/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home35.4%

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