Muncy, PA

Pennsylvania

Muncy is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,687. Residents earn $84,096 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,687 Population 3,199/sq mi density
$84,096 Median Income $36,139 per capita
$190,400 Home Value
$918 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$84,096 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,400 home value, $918/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,096
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,400
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $918
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,687
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density3,199/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,096
Per Capita$36,139
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,400
Rent$918
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property568/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary81/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation517 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute22 min
EV Stations5
Libraries1

Is Muncy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muncy receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Muncy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muncy is $84,096, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muncy is $190,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Muncy 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 568 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Muncy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Muncy has a population of 2,687 with a density of 3,199 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

2,687
Total Population
3,199
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Muncy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muncy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muncy is $84,096, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Muncy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,096
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,139
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Muncy is $190,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $918 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,400
32% below US avg
Median List Price$265,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$265,000
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$918
21% 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-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%

Health Metrics: Muncy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111
Muncy has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 568 per 100,000 (71% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property568.0/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary81.1/100K
Theft486.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Muncy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density3,199/sq mi
Coordinates41.2022°N, 76.7855°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,199/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

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