Mount Eagle, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $67,222

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $188,800

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.4%

10% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115

Median Age49.5 yrs

Density442/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans82.0%

Economy

Median Income$67,222

Per Capita$43,195

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$11,249M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$188,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Rent Burden35.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain41.5 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation763 ft (233 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.4%

High School+92.4%

Graduate+15.1%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%

Commute21 min

Broadband54.0%

Libraries5

Is Mount Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Eagle receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mount Eagle 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 Eagle is $67,222, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Eagle is $188,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Eagle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Eagle has a population of 115 with a density of 442 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 82.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

115

Total Population

442

People / sq mi

49.5yrs

Median Age

27% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%

Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Eagle 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 Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Eagle is $67,222, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,195 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,610 business establishments, including 342 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mount Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$67,222
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,195
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,208
IRS Avg AGI	$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,610
County GDP	$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants	342
Healthcare	404
Retail	407
Manufacturing	161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,489
	85% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Eagle is $188,800, 33% 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 59 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $6,489 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 35.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$188,800
	33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	35.7%

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	83.3%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,489
	85% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.44%

Mount Eagle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 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 41.5 inches. The area receives 43.8 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 763 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	50.1°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.5 inches
	9% above US avg
Snowfall	43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	763 ft (233 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	442/sq mi
Coordinates	40.9800°N, 77.7058°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Centre County County
County FIPS	42027

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	2.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.7 in
March	37°F (3°C)	3.3 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.2 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.8 in
June	67°F (19°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.5 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.5 in
October	51°F (10°C)	3.0 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.4 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.9 in

Mount Eagle has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (2.5").

Mount Eagle is located in Centre County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 15.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50.9% of the vote, a 2.8-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%

D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.4%
	10% below US avg
High School+	92.4%
Graduate Degree+	15.1%
School Test Score	5.95

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	442/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Centre County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	54.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	404
Restaurants	342
Retail Stores	407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Eagle

What is the population of Mount Eagle?

Mount Eagle has a population of 115 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 442 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is Mount Eagle expensive to live in?

Mount Eagle 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 $67,222, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $188,800 (33% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mount Eagle?

Mount Eagle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mount Eagle?

The job market in Mount Eagle is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 3,610 business establishments in the area, including 342 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mount Eagle?

The median home value in Mount Eagle is $188,800. The average annual property tax is $6,489.

How are the schools in Mount Eagle?

Schools in Mount Eagle score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.4% of adults in Mount Eagle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 15.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mount Eagle?

The average commute in Mount Eagle is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mount Eagle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mount Eagle is 98.3% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 82.0% of the population are military veterans. 18.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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