Mount Holly Springs, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mount Holly Springs is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,333. Residents earn $68,388 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,333 Population 1,715/sq mi density
$68,388 Median Income $30,681 per capita
$161,400 Home Value $275,513 Zillow
$968 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
49 Violent Crime/100K 888 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$68,388 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,400 home value, $968/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
49 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,388
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,400
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 49/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $968
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,333
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,715/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,388
Per Capita$30,681
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,400
Rent$968
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,513

Crime

F
Violent49/100K
Property888/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault49/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation566 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Libraries8

Is Mount Holly Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Holly Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Mount Holly Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Holly Springs is $68,388, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Holly Springs is $161,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $968 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mount Holly Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 888 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Holly Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Holly Springs has a population of 2,333 with a density of 1,715 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 15.9% Black.

Population

2,333
Total Population
1,715
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Holly Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Holly Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Holly Springs is $68,388, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mount Holly Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,388
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Holly Springs is $161,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $968 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,513.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,513
Median List Price$184,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$184,250
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$968
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%

Health Metrics: Mount Holly Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836
Mount Holly Springs has a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 888 per 100,000 (55% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Mount Holly Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.3/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault49.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property888.0/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft888.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mount Holly Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation566 ft (173 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,715/sq mi
Coordinates40.1093°N, 77.1829°W
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,715/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home7.1%

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