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Mount Aetna, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Metropolitan Area

Mount Aetna is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 509. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
509 Population 1,018/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $34,686 per capita
$326,500 Home Value
$1,114 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
52°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
3.7 / 5.0
$79,375 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$326,500 home value, $1,114/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $326,500
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population509
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density1,018/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$34,686
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$326,500
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units187
Rent Burden35.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation606 ft (185 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+72.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries6

Is Mount Aetna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Aetna receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mount Aetna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Aetna is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% 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 Mount Aetna is $326,500, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Aetna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Aetna has a population of 509 with a density of 1,018 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%).

Population

509
Total Population
1,018
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Aetna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Aetna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Aetna is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mount Aetna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,686
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Aetna is $326,500, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,500
16% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$226
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
Mount Aetna has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Coordinates40.4204°N, 76.2964°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
County FIPS42075
Mount Aetna is located in Lebanon County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+72.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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