Moscow, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Moscow is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,825. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,825 Population 640/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $43,484 per capita
$275,600 Home Value $301,062 Zillow
$927 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
298 Violent Crime/100K 1,042 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$275,600 home value, $927/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
298 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,600
2% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 298/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.2%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $927
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,825
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density640/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$43,484
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,600
Rent$927
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,062

Crime

F
Violent298/100K
Property1,042/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault248/100K
Burglary99/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,785 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.2%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute20 min
Libraries10

Is Moscow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moscow receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Moscow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moscow is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moscow is $275,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Moscow is below the national average at 298 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,042 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moscow 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 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Moscow has a population of 1,825 with a density of 640 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

1,825
Total Population
640
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moscow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moscow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moscow is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Moscow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,484
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moscow is $275,600, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $927 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,062.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,600
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,062
Median List Price$724,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$724,450
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$927
20% below 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-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776
Moscow has a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,042 per 100,000 (47% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent297.8/100K
22% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape49.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault248.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,042.2/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary99.3/100K
Theft942.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Moscow 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 38.7 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 Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density640/sq mi
Coordinates41.3422°N, 75.5279°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.2%
34% above US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density640/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home13.0%

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