Mount Union, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,349 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,947 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$429 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$407 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Huntingdon County
1
Huntingdon Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Huntingdon County
1
Huntingdon Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 27
Feb 2 12 30
Mar 3 7 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 3 42
Dec 3 8 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 30, PA State House District 81, PA
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Schools

Mount Union Area JHS
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mount Union Area SHS
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mount Union-Kistler El Sch
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Shirley Twp El Sch
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Juniata College
11 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Penn Highlands Huntindon
10 miles, N • 4.1 star
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital
23 miles, E • 4.1 star
Nason Medical Center, Llc
27 miles, W • 4.1 star
Tyrone Regional Health Network
28 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
60 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
81 miles, W • 1 star
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