Mount Joy, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lancaster County County
Mount Joy, PA
At a Glance
How Mount Joy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mount Joy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mount Joy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mount Joy residents earn a median household income of $84,514 , which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,905. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 14,605 business establishments, including 1,139 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mount Joy is $241,300 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,937. Median rent is $1,070/month, with 23.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Mount Joy reports 24 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 407/100K.
Education
28.9% of adults in Mount Joy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mount Joy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.