Mountain Top, PA

Pennsylvania · Luzerne County · Scranton--Wilkes-Barre Metro

Mountain Top is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 11,856. Residents earn $105,286 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0

A Great

11,856 Population 789/sq mi density

$105,286 Median Income $44,446 per capita

$274,600 Home Value $317,634 Zillow

$843 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

Overall

4.3 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$105,286 median income, 1.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$274,600 home value, $843/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

A+

Education

4.6 / 5.0

44.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $105,286

40% higher than US avg

Home Value $274,600

3% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 44.6%

32% higher than US avg

Median Rent $843

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.1%

59% lower than US avg

How Mountain Top Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,856

Median Age44.0 yrs

Density789/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$105,286

Per Capita$44,446

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty5.1%

County GDP$20,580M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$274,600

Rent$843

Ownership89.8%

Zillow$317,634

Housing Units4,455

Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property205/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking26.9%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain48.8 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+44.6%

High School+96.1%

Graduate+18.2%

School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute26 min

Broadband93.8%

EV Stations2

Libraries16

Is Mountain Top a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain Top receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Mountain Top stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain Top is $105,286, which is significantly higher than the national average / 40% above $75,149. This places Mountain Top among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain Top is $274,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mountain Top is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 205 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain Top experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mountain Top has a population of 11,856 with a density of 789 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,856

Total Population

789

People / sq mi

44.0yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

15.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%

Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain Top vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%

17% above US avg

Spanish 7.9%

41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain Top vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain Top is $105,286, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,446 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,075, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,474 business establishments, including 769 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 16.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Mountain Top vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$105,286
	40% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$44,446
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,075
IRS Avg AGI	$63,726
Gini Index	0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.1%
	59% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,474
County GDP	$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants	769
Healthcare	993
Retail	1,145
Manufacturing	299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,079
	74% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	74.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain Top is $274,600, 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,634, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,455 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $6,079 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$274,600
	3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$317,634
Median List Price	$307,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$307,450
$/Sq Ft	$158
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.3%
Price Drops	21.4%
Inventory	14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$843
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	89.8%
Owner-Occupied	89.8%
Renter-Occupied	10.2%
Housing Units	4,455
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,079
	74% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.21%

In Mountain Top, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 26.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.1% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,320. The dentist ratio is 1:1,532. 88.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mountain Top vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	6.5%
Kidney Disease	3.2%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	26.9%
	92% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	29.7%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.3%

Primary Care	1:1,320
Dentists	1:1,532
Mental Health	1:668
Checkup Rate	69.3%
Dental Visits	58.4%
Premature Death	10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	88.9%
Healthcare Facilities	993

Mountain Top has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 205 per 100,000, 90% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 30 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mountain Top receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mountain Top vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	205.1/100K
	90% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	30
Traffic Accidents	223
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Mountain Top experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°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 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.6°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,407 ft (429 m)
Area	15.0 sq mi (39.0 km²)
Population Density	789/sq mi
Coordinates	41.1353°N, 75.9044°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Luzerne County County
Nearest Airport	Hazleton Regional (HZL) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"

29% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.76"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	91.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	67.8 / 100
Community Resilience	78.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	108 km
Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	90 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	90 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	109 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	89 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	148 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	114 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	119 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	109 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	91 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	107 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	88 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	80 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	147 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	123 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	128 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	111 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	141 km
Oct 28, 1996	2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania	M2.6	99 km
Jan 18, 1994	3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania	M2.6	108 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1985	Gloria	Category 1	227 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

260 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 82 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF3	55 km	2
May 31, 1998	EF3	73 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	70 km	0
Jul 26, 1981	EF3	49 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	63 km	0
Jun 18, 1970	EF3	88 km	1
Apr 14, 2019	EF2	42 km	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	13 km	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	92 km	0
Feb 25, 2017	EF2	18 km	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	67 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	98 km	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	74 km	0
Jul 29, 2009	EF2	59 km	0
Dec 1, 2006	EF2	16 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	67 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	63 km	0
Nov 8, 1996	EF2	49 km	0
Jul 17, 1992	EF2	91 km	0
Jul 15, 1992	EF2	30 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	100 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 ac, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	16 MILE	7,896	64 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	8 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	6 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	49 km
2015	RAZOR FIRE	728	44 km
2015	PIPELINE 1	666	19 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	57 km
1999	WORTHINGTO	514	69 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-5°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	25°F (-4°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	3.2 in
April	44°F (7°C)	3.9 in
May	56°F (13°C)	4.5 in
June	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
July	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.2 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.5 in
November	40°F (4°C)	3.9 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.3 in

Mountain Top has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.8").

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Mountain Top is located in Luzerne County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 18.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 19.2-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 993 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	30
Traffic Accidents	223
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	44.6%
	32% above US avg
High School+	96.1%
Graduate Degree+	18.2%
School Test Score	5.32

A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	789/sq mi
Total Area	15.0 sq mi
County	Luzerne County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.8%
Avg Download Speed	179.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	8.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	993
Restaurants	769
Retail Stores	1,145

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	74.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.5%

Average costs for common services in Mountain Top. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit	$342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit	$195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling	$244 ($146–$390)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement	$195 ($98–$342)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install	$6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair	$976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement	$8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense	$4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation	$488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation	$2,440 ($976–$4,880)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$244)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread	$3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$195 ($98–$390)

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Top Industries in Luzerne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	23,720	1,044	$60,843	1.14
Transportation & Warehousing	19,236	350	$52,955	3.13
Manufacturing	17,873	323	$66,010	1.50
Retail Trade	15,873	1,111	$35,150	1.09
Accommodation & Food Services	11,073	776	$22,247	0.84
Administrative & Waste Services	8,993	416	$41,064	1.05
Construction	5,248	585	$70,023	0.69
Wholesale Trade	4,776	341	$72,640	0.83
Professional & Technical Services	3,947	562	$79,007	0.39
Other Services	3,810	675	$39,170	0.87
Finance & Insurance	3,678	353	$80,053	0.62
Educational Services	3,193	76	$46,657	1.06
Management of Companies	1,636	71	$96,652	0.67
Arts & Entertainment	1,393	91	$35,155	0.57
Utilities	1,323	14	$148,029	2.40
Information & Technology	1,264	90	$67,076	0.46
Real Estate	1,097	251	$52,859	0.49
Mining & Oil/Gas	329	19	$80,917	0.60
Agriculture & Forestry	131	14	$46,044	0.11

Schools in Mountain Top

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Crestwood Secondary Campus	High	1,419	70	20.3:1
Rice El Sch	Elementary	767	45	17.0:1
Fairview El Sch	Elementary	641	38	16.9:1

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Radio Stations near Mountain Top

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WJTL	christian contemporary	MP3
97.9x WBSX-FM	rock	MP3 80 kbps
WVIA-HD3 "Chiaroscuro Channel" Scranton, PA	jazz, public radio	AAC 128 kbps
VMFM 91.7	college, college radio	AAC 64 kbps
NEPA's ESPN Radio	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Mountain Top

47 national parks and monuments found near Mountain Top.

Park	Type	Fee
Appalachian National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Archbald Pothole State Park	State Park	Free
Beltzville State Park	State Park	Free
Big Pocono State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware River Access State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	$10
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Frances Slocum State Park	State Park	Free
French Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Glens Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gouldsboro State Park	State Park	Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area	State Park	Free
Hickory Run State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park	State Park	Free
Lackawanna State Park	State Park	Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Locust Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	Free
Memorial Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Nescopeck State Park	State Park	Free
Newtown Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Nockamixon State Park	State Park	Free
Osmun Forest	State Park	Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail	State Park	Free
Pequest River Grny	State Park	Free
Promised Land State Park	State Park	Free
Prompton State Park	State Park	Free
Ralph Stover State Park	State Park	Free
Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Shikellamy State Park	State Park	Free
Steamtown National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Swatara State Park	State Park	Free
Tobyhanna State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscarora State Park	State Park	Free
Two Rivers State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River	Scenic & Recreational River	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Worlds End State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Mountain Top

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SORDONI ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5704084325	$116,646,619
MACDONALD GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$83,993,611
PAULY FRIEDMAN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$83,993,611
WYOMING HISTORICAL AND GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5708236244	$257,657
LACKAWANNA AND WYOMING VALLEY RAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$173,369
ECKLEY MINERS VILLAGE ASSOCIATES	HISTORY MUSEUM		5706362070	$88,327
MEADOW RUN-MOUNTAIN LAKE PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5708218992	$82,449
MAUCH CHUNK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5703254439	$36,959
GREATER HAZELTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5704558576	$32,451
HAZLETON ART LEAGUE	ART MUSEUM	225 E BROAD ST	5704540092	$29,525
CONYNGHAM VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5707888301	$13,087
HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF THE GREATER SHICKSHINNY AREA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$12,244
ASA PACKER MANSION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PACKER HILL DRIVE	5703253229
HOT DOG HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		5708255303
HUBER BREAKER PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN LOUIS POPPLE SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	25 FREDERICK STREET
MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NANTICOKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5702581367
NATHAN DENISON HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5702885531
OLD FORGE COAL MINE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5707795840
SCHULMAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SWETLAND HOMESTEAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5706932740
WEST PITTSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mountain Top

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BACK MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	96 HUNTSVILLE RD	173,432
HAZLETON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	55 N CHURCH ST	172,061
OSTERHOUT FREE LIBRARY	71 SOUTH FRANKLIN ST	159,154
HOYT LIBRARY	284 WYOMING AVE	85,496
PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	47 BROAD ST	71,854
MILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	495 EAST MAIN ST	52,628
MARIAN SUTHERLAND KIRBY LIB	35 KIRBY AVENUE	52,285
PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 WEST MAIN ST	36,202
WEST PITTSTON LIBRARY	200 EXETER AVE	30,830
TAYLOR COMMUNITY LIBRARY	710 SOUTH MAIN STREET	28,756
WYOMING FREE LIBRARY	358 WYOMING AVE	22,615

Farmers Markets in Mountain Top

Name	Address	Website
Back Mountain Farmers Market	Grounds of Back Mountain Memorial Library
Pittston City Farmers Market	35 Broad Street
Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market	Public Square	Visit

Breweries in Mountain Top

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Beer Super	Brewery	485 Scott St	5708238788
Breaker Brewing Company	Brewery and Gastropub, Brewery	787 E Northampton St	5703929078	Visit
Jer's Simply Homebrew	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	861 Saint Johns Rd
Joyce Bill's Bar Grill, Joyce & Bill's Bar & Grill	Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Bar & Grills, Taverns, Bars	181 S Wyoming St	5704541954
Kaps Taps	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurant, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Ba	301 Main St	5704513010
Kings Restaurant	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Resta	49 S Mountain Blvd	5704745464
Palace Bar Grill, Palace Bar & Grill	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, recreation, Co	49 N Wyoming St	5704551555
Shady Side Tavern	Take Out Restaurants, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Carry-out Food, Pizza, Bar & Grill Restaur	3600 Sr 309 Highway	5706759683
Susquehanna Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	635 S Main St	5706543557
The Lion Brewery	Brewery	700 N Pennsylvania Ave
Wilkes Barre Clay Products Co	Clay Brick Common Brick & Brick Face, Natural Stone, Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Buildi	140 Dilley St	5.70E+09

Ski Resorts Near Mountain Top

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Montage Mountain Resort	9.0	7	594	$53	December - March	Yes	Yes

Nursing Homes in Mountain Top

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SMITH HEALTH CARE LTD 453 SOUTH MAIN ROAD	For profit - Corporation	37	26	3/5	—	3/5	2/5	5708683664
MOUNTAIN TOP HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 185 SOUTH MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD	For profit - Corporation	106	101	1/5	—	1/5	3/5	5704746377

Pharmacies in Mountain Top

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CRESTWOOD PHARMACY	10 SOUTH MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD	570-474-5859
RITE AID - 4990	2 KIRBY AVENUE	570-403-1132
TRIANGLE PHARMACY	89 SOUTH MAIN STREET	570-474-6520
WEIS MARKETS	225 SOUTH MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD	570-474-9203

Daycare Centers in Mountain Top

8 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
BUILDING BLOCKS AEP FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY 117 SPRUCE ST	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 793-1725	OPEN
BUILDING BLOCKS LEARNING CENTER 502 S MOUNTAIN BLVD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-2250	OPEN
BUILDING BLOCKS LEARNING CENTER 447 S MOUNTAIN BLVD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-5526	OPEN
LITTLE BIG STEPS PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE EARLY LEARN 44 N MOUNTAIN BLVD	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-5500	OPEN
LITTLE BIG STEPS PRESCHOOL CHILDCARE EARLY LEARN 37 N MOUNTAIN BLVD	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-5500	OPEN
MT TOP KIDS 175 S MAIN RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-5437	OPEN
MT TOP KIDS 1 MARIAN CT, KIRBY ESTATES	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 474-5437	OPEN
STARRY KNIGHTS LEARNING CENTER 50 ALBERDEEN RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 868-6111	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Mountain Top

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
ONVO DORRANCE DC1	7018 Blue Ridge Trail	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
ONVO DORRANCE DC2	7018 Blue Ridge Trail	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Mountain Top

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
DALLAS CELL SITE - 397 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD	TOWER	82
Route 93 (45281)	LTOWER	61
SPRING HILL ROAD ROUTE 940 ROAD 1 (12695)	GTOWER	61
MAPLEWOOD DRIVE PP AND L AT 27 ELM ROAD (2657)	LTOWER	58
1031 Valley of Lakes (273989)	MTOWER	56
RR#1 Box 189 E (Route 93) (110352)	MTOWER	48

Fire Stations in Mountain Top

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Mountaintop Hose Company 1	Woodlawn AVE and Lehigh ST	Volunteer	570-474-6749
Rice Township Volunteer Fire Department	40 Willowbe ST	Volunteer	570-868-3643
Wright Township Volunteer Firemans Association	477 S Main RD	Volunteer	570-868-3765

Bridges in Mountain Top

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	28	14,059	P
Culvert	Concrete	1929	20	11,338	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	34	2,353	F
Arch (Deck)	Masonry	1919	20	1,439	P
Culvert	Steel	1997	38	350	P
Culvert	Steel	1983	31	50	F

Amtrak Stations in Mountain Top

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Wilkes-Barre, PA	47 South Washington Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Mountain Top

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
JOHNS MANVILLE	600 JAYCEE DRIVE VALMONT INDUSTRIAL PARK	LUZERNE

Airports Near Mountain Top

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Lehigh Valley International Airport	ABE	Medium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport	MUI	Medium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport	AVP	Medium Airport
A G A Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashlawn Airport	—	Small Airport
Bally Spring Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Beltzville Airport	—	Small Airport
Bendigo Airport	—	Small Airport
Benton Airport	—	Small Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) Airport	—	Small Airport
Boden Airport	—	Small Airport
Braden Airpark	—	Small Airport
Bradford County Airport	—	Small Airport
Broadt Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Bugs Airport	—	Small Airport
Bullfly Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port Airport	—	Small Airport
Cash Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Cavage Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Chambers Airport	—	Small Airport
Charles G. Kalko Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Cider Field	—	Small Airport
Cosklos Elkview Airport	—	Small Airport
Countryside Airport	—	Small Airport
Cuatros Vientos Airport	—	Small Airport
Danville Airport	—	Small Airport
Dee Jay Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Meadows Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Don's Place Airpark	—	Small Airport
Double D Skyranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dwight's Delight Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Mere Field Airport	—	Small Airport
East Penn Airport	—	Small Airport
Elephant Path Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairview Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Farmers Pride Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Dollar Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Giffin Airport	—	Small Airport
Grayce Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Grimes Airport	—	Small Airport
Grover Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallett's Airport	—	Small Airport
Hazleton Municipal Airport	HZL	Small Airport
Hi-Vu Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mountain Top

29 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Avoca Police Department	752 Main Street
Beaver Meadows Police Station
Butler Township Municipal Building	415 West Butler Drive
Conyngham Police Department
Exeter Borough Police Department	1101 Wyoming Avenue
Forty Fort Police Department	1271 Wyoming Avenue
Freeland Police Station
Jenkins Township Police Department	48 Colonel Jenkins Drive
Kingston Police Department	500 Wyoming Avenue
Kline Township Police Department
Luzerne Police Station	144 Academy Street
Moosic Police Department	606 River Street
Nanticoke Police Department
Old Forge Police Department	310 South Main Street
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police Shickshinny	827 Salem Boulevard
Pennsylvania State Police Training Center	1989
Police Services
Rice Township Police Department
Sugar Notch Police Department	742 Main Street
Swoyersville Police Dept
Taylor Police Department	120 Union Street
Weatherly Police Department
West Hazleton Police Department	122 East Broad Street
West Pittston Borough Building
Wilkes University Public Safety Center	140 South Main Street
Wilkes-Barre City Police Headquarters	15 North Washington Street
Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department	150 Watson Street

Grocery Stores in Mountain Top

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CARONES SUPERMKT	Supermarket	101 S Mountain Blvd
Dollar General 14417	Other	360 S Mountain Blvd
Dollar General 31847	Other	2 Kirby Ave
Turkey Hill Minit Markets 950270	Convenience Store	2 N Mountain Blvd
Weis Markets 91	Supermarket	237 S Mountain Blvd

Post Offices in Mountain Top

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Mountain Top Post Office	42 South Mountain Boulevard

Treatment Centers in Mountain Top

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Better Today Inc	Substance Abuse	570-825-1442
Childrens Service Center of - Wyoming Valley	Both	570-825-6425
ClearVision Health and Wellness LLC	Substance Abuse	570-450-0686
Graniteville House of Recovery	Substance Abuse	570-608-4051
Pathway to Recovery - Counseling and Educational Services	Substance Abuse	570-455-9902
Pinnacle Treatment Centers - PA IX	Substance Abuse	570-599-1096
TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living Solutions	Substance Abuse	570-820-0589
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center - Veterans Affairs	Both	570-824-3521 x27738
WY Valley Alc and Drug Servs Inc - Alcohol and Drug Services Inc	Substance Abuse	570-820-8888
Wyoming Valley Alc and Drug Servs Inc	Substance Abuse	570-820-8888

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mountain Top

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AVIVAMIENTO PARA LAS NACIONES	372 LARCHMONT WAY
GLEN SUMMIT CHAPEL ASSOCIATION	270 WHITE BIRCH LN
GRACE UNITED CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC	PO BOX 51
NEW LIFE PM CHURCH	570 S MAIN RD
REAL HOPE CHURCH	5050 NUANGOLA RD
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	316 S MOUNTAIN BLVD
ST PAULS FELLOWSHIP OF LABOR	22 APPLE TREE LN
ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH	316 S MOUNTAIN BLVD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mountain Top

What is the population of Mountain Top?

Mountain Top has a population of 11,856 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 789 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Mountain Top expensive to live in?

Mountain Top 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 $105,286, 40% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $274,600 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mountain Top safe?

Mountain Top is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 205 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mountain Top receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mountain Top?

Mountain Top has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mountain Top?

The job market in Mountain Top is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,075. There are 7,474 business establishments in the area, including 769 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 16.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mountain Top?

The median home value in Mountain Top is $274,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,634. For renters, the median monthly rent is $843. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,079.

How are the schools in Mountain Top?

Schools in Mountain Top score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 44.6% of adults in Mountain Top hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 18.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mountain Top?

The obesity rate in Mountain Top is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 88.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,320.

What is transportation like in Mountain Top?

The average commute in Mountain Top is 26 minutes. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mountain Top?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mountain Top is 88.9% White. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

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