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Morrisdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Morrisdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 813. Residents earn $33,261 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
813 Population 484/sq mi density
$33,261 Median Income $23,199 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
$905 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$33,261 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $905/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,261
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $905
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population813
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density484/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,261
Per Capita$23,199
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$905
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units427
Rent Burden23.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,624 ft (495 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband63.2%
Libraries8

Is Morrisdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrisdale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Morrisdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrisdale is $33,261, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrisdale is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrisdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Morrisdale has a population of 813 with a density of 484 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

813
Total Population
484
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrisdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrisdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrisdale is $33,261, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Morrisdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,261
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrisdale is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$905
22% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%
Housing Units427
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
Morrisdale has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,624 ft (495 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density484/sq mi
Coordinates40.9489°N, 78.2283°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Morrisdale is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 63.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density484/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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