Muse, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Muse is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,687. Residents earn $108,542 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,687 Population 1,734/sq mi density
$108,542 Median Income $41,977 per capita
$357,600 Home Value
$655 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$108,542 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$357,600 home value, $655/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,542
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $357,600
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.7%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,687
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,734/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,542
Per Capita$41,977
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$357,600
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,139 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.7%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute29 min
Libraries14

Is Muse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muse receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Muse stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muse is $108,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Muse among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muse is $357,600, 27% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Muse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Muse has a population of 2,687 with a density of 1,734 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

2,687
Total Population
1,734
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%
Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Muse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muse is $108,542, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Muse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,542
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,977
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Muse is $357,600, 27% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$357,600
27% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% 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-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate1.82%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Muse has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,139 ft (347 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,734/sq mi
Coordinates40.2923°N, 80.2056°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.7%
24% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,734/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home20.8%

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