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Mount Gretna, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Metropolitan Area

Mount Gretna is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 197. Residents earn $108,125 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
197 Population 1,407/sq mi density
$108,125 Median Income $64,256 per capita
$373,500 Home Value $392,443 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$108,125 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$373,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,125
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $373,500
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.6%
71% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age65.8 yrs
Density1,407/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,125
Per Capita$64,256
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$373,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,443
Housing Units187
Rent Burden25.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation713 ft (217 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.6%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+18.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries6

Is Mount Gretna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Gretna receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Mount Gretna 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 Gretna is $108,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Mount Gretna among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Gretna is $373,500, 32% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mount Gretna is a highly educated community — 57.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Gretna 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 Gretna has a population of 197 with a density of 1,407 people per square mile. The median age is 65.8 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

197
Total Population
1,407
People / sq mi
65.8yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Gretna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mount Gretna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Gretna is $108,125, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mount Gretna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,125
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,256
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% 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 Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Gretna is $373,500, 32% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,443.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$373,500
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,443

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
Mount Gretna 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

Elevation713 ft (217 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,407/sq mi
Coordinates40.2456°N, 76.4715°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
County FIPS42075
Mount Gretna is located in Lebanon County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.6%
71% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+18.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,407/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

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