What are the schools like in Lewistown, PA?

Lewistown is served primarily by Mifflin County SD. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Lewistown?

The median household income in Lewistown, PA is $36,166 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.3%.

What is the weather like in Lewistown, PA?

Lewistown has an average high temperature of 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.2 inches.

Lewistown, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lewistown, PA affordable or expensive?

Lewistown's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lewistown is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $86,500 and the median rent is $729 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lewistown, PA?

Crime rate data for Lewistown is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Lewistown, PA a Good Place to Live?

Lewistown is a small town of 8,522 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $36,166 and a 7.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Lewistown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lewistown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lewistown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.9

Lewistown's overall cost of living index is 89.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lewistown costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lewistown, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$86,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$729	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,166	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Lewistown is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Lewistown is served primarily by Mifflin County SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lewistown, PA	National Avg
School District	Mifflin County SD	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lewistown sees average highs of 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July, with 42.1 inches of annual precipitation and 26.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lewistown, PA
Average High — January	37.0°F
Average High — July	85.3°F
Annual Precipitation	42.1"
Annual Snowfall	26.2"

Demographics

Metric	Lewistown, PA	National Avg
Population	8,522	—
Median Age	34.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.8%	18.9%
Asian	1.3%	6.3%
Under 18	26.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Juniata Terrace, PA 1 mi Highland Park, PA 2 mi Burnham, PA 3 mi Yeagertown, PA 3 mi Granville, PA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Lewistown

Lewistown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17044

Lewistown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewistown, PA affordable or expensive?

Lewistown's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lewistown roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $86,500 and median rent is $729/month.

What is the crime rate in Lewistown, PA?

Crime data for Lewistown is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Lewistown?

Public schools in Lewistown are operated by Mifflin County SD. The district has 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 11.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lewistown, PA a good place to live?

Lewistown, PA has a population of 8,522, a median household income of $36,166, and an unemployment rate of 7.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lewistown?

Lewistown averages 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.1 inches with about 26.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lewistown?

Lewistown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17044.

What is the population of Lewistown?

The population of Lewistown, Pennsylvania is 8,522 with a median age of 34.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lewistown?

Key numbers for living in Lewistown: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $86,500, median household income $36,166, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lewistown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.