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South Montrose, PA

Pennsylvania · Susquehanna County

South Montrose is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 187. Residents earn $53,917 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
187 Population 275/sq mi density
$53,917 Median Income $32,162 per capita
$178,100 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$178,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,917
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age76.1 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,917
Per Capita$32,162
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute17 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries4

Is South Montrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Montrose receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. South Montrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Montrose is $53,917, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Montrose is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Montrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Montrose has a population of 187 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 76.1 years, 96% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 5.9% Black.

Population

187
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
76.1yrs
Median Age
96% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

South Montrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

South Montrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Montrose is $53,917, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: South Montrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,917
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,162
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Montrose is $178,100, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
South Montrose has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates41.7956°N, 75.8912°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySusquehanna County County
County FIPS42115
South Montrose is located in Susquehanna County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountySusquehanna County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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