Muhlenberg Park, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Muhlenberg Park is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,179. Residents earn $94,426 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,179 Population 2,033/sq mi density
$94,426 Median Income $53,670 per capita
$266,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,426 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,300 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,426
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,300
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Muhlenberg Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,179
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density2,033/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,426
Per Capita$53,670
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation302 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute18 min
Libraries25

Is Muhlenberg Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muhlenberg Park 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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Muhlenberg Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muhlenberg Park is $94,426, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muhlenberg Park is $266,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Muhlenberg Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Muhlenberg Park has a population of 1,179 with a density of 2,033 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

1,179
Total Population
2,033
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Muhlenberg Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muhlenberg Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muhlenberg Park is $94,426, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Muhlenberg Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,426
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,670
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Muhlenberg Park is $266,300, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,300
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%

Health Metrics: Muhlenberg Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

Crime Rates: Muhlenberg Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Muhlenberg Park has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,033/sq mi
Coordinates40.3868°N, 75.9398°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,033/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home7.2%

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