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Muir, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Metropolitan Area

Muir is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 525. Residents earn $96,750 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
525 Population 1,050/sq mi density
$96,750 Median Income $31,560 per capita
$205,600 Home Value
$925 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $925/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,750
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $205,600
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population525
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density1,050/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,750
Per Capita$31,560
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,600
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units203
Rent Burden20.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation872 ft (266 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries6

Is Muir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muir receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Muir stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muir is $96,750, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muir is $205,600, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Muir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°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 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Muir has a population of 525 with a density of 1,050 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

525
Total Population
1,050
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Muir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muir is $96,750, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Muir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,750
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,560
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% 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 Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Muir is $205,600, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
Muir has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Coordinates40.5943°N, 76.5187°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
County FIPS42075
Muir is located in Lebanon County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Nearby Cities

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