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Moshannon, PA

Pennsylvania · Clearfield County

Moshannon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 291. Residents earn $50,795 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
291 Population 856/sq mi density
$50,795 Median Income $28,985 per capita
$128,500 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,795 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,500 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,795
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density856/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,795
Per Capita$28,985
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$4,033M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units114
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,479 ft (451 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute42 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries5

Is Moshannon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moshannon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Moshannon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moshannon is $50,795, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moshannon is $128,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moshannon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Moshannon has a population of 291 with a density of 856 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

291
Total Population
856
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Moshannon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moshannon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moshannon is $50,795, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Moshannon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,795
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,985
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$59,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,062
County GDP$4,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare271
Retail326
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moshannon is $128,500, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,500
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,135
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
Moshannon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,479 ft (451 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density856/sq mi
Coordinates41.0342°N, 78.0069°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyClearfield County County
County FIPS42033
Moshannon is located in Clearfield County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density856/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyClearfield County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants180
Retail Stores326

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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