Mount Carbon, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $61,250

18% lower than US avg

Home Value $76,700

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.5%

21% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39

Median Age55.5 yrs

Density557/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median Income$61,250

Per Capita$45,826

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$6,492M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$76,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units19

Rent Burden25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain53.6 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.5%

High School+88.2%

Graduate+18.8%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%

Commute29 min

Broadband19.0%

Libraries14

Is Mount Carbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Carbon receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mount Carbon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Carbon is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Carbon is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Carbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Carbon has a population of 39 with a density of 557 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 34.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

557

People / sq mi

55.5yrs

Median Age

43% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Carbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Carbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Carbon is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,826 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,041, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,961 business establishments, including 248 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mount Carbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$61,250
	18% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$45,826
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,041
IRS Avg AGI	$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,961
County GDP	$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants	248
Healthcare	347
Retail	449
Manufacturing	163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,393
	54% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.3 min
Drive Alone	80.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Carbon is $76,700, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 19 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $5,393 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,700
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.2%
Housing Units	19
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,393
	54% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.03%

Mount Carbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	48.0°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.6 inches
	41% above US avg
Snowfall	48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	702 ft (214 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	557/sq mi
Coordinates	40.6733°N, 76.1884°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Schuylkill County County
County FIPS	42107

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	3.3 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.8 in
May	57°F (14°C)	4.6 in
June	65°F (19°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
July	70°F (21°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
September	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in
October	51°F (11°C)	3.5 in
November	41°F (5°C)	4.1 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	3.4 in

Mount Carbon has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.8").

Mount Carbon is located in Schuylkill County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 18.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.6% of the vote, a 42.1-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 347 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%

D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.5%
	21% below US avg
High School+	88.2%
Graduate Degree+	18.8%
School Test Score	5.95

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	557/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Schuylkill County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	19.0%
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	347
Restaurants	248
Retail Stores	449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.3 min
Drive Alone	80.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Carbon

What is the population of Mount Carbon?

Mount Carbon has a population of 39 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 557 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Mount Carbon expensive to live in?

Mount Carbon has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,700 (73% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mount Carbon?

Mount Carbon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mount Carbon?

The job market in Mount Carbon is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,041. There are 2,961 business establishments in the area, including 248 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mount Carbon?

The median home value in Mount Carbon is $76,700. The average annual property tax is $5,393.

How are the schools in Mount Carbon?

Schools in Mount Carbon score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.5% of adults in Mount Carbon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 18.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mount Carbon?

The average commute in Mount Carbon is 29 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mount Carbon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mount Carbon is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 34.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.4% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

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