What are the schools like in Markleysburg, PA?

Markleysburg is served primarily by Uniontown Area SD. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.5:1.

What is the median household income in Markleysburg?

The median household income in Markleysburg, PA is $73,542 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Markleysburg, PA?

Markleysburg has an average high temperature of 36.9°F in January and 83.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 61.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Markleysburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Markleysburg's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Markleysburg is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $126,000 and the median rent is $943 per month.

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

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

Is Markleysburg, PA a Good Place to Live?

Markleysburg is a small town of 265 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $73,542 and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Markleysburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Markleysburg 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: 94.4

Markleysburg's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Markleysburg costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Markleysburg, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$126,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$943	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$73,542	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Markleysburg is served primarily by Uniontown Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Markleysburg, PA	National Avg
School District	Uniontown Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Markleysburg sees average highs of 36.9°F in January and 83.5°F in July, with 47.2 inches of annual precipitation and 61.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Markleysburg, PA
Average High — January	36.9°F
Average High — July	83.5°F
Annual Precipitation	47.2"
Annual Snowfall	61.2"

Demographics

Metric	Markleysburg, PA	National Avg
Population	265	—
Median Age	46.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.2%	22.2%
65 and over	33.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Markleysburg

Markleysburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15459

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Markleysburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Markleysburg's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Markleysburg roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $126,000 and median rent is $943/month.

What is the crime rate in Markleysburg, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Markleysburg?

Public schools in Markleysburg are operated by Uniontown Area SD. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Markleysburg, PA a good place to live?

Markleysburg, PA has a population of 265, a median household income of $73,542, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. 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 Markleysburg?

Markleysburg averages 36.9°F in January and 83.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.2 inches with about 61.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Markleysburg?

Markleysburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15459.

What is the population of Markleysburg?

The population of Markleysburg, Pennsylvania is 265 with a median age of 46.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Markleysburg?

Key numbers for living in Markleysburg: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $126,000, median household income $73,542, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Markleysburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.