What are the schools like in McConnellsburg, PA?

McConnellsburg is served primarily by Central Fulton SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in McConnellsburg?

The median household income in McConnellsburg, PA is $33,458 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.2%.

What is the weather like in McConnellsburg, PA?

McConnellsburg has an average high temperature of 37.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.8 inches.

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

Q: Is McConnellsburg, PA affordable or expensive?

McConnellsburg's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means McConnellsburg is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $163,100 and the median rent is $753 per month.

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

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

Is McConnellsburg, PA a Good Place to Live?

McConnellsburg is a small town of 1,056 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $33,458 and a 13.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: McConnellsburg 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 McConnellsburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All McConnellsburg 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: 93.3

McConnellsburg's overall cost of living index is 93.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in McConnellsburg costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	McConnellsburg, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$163,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$753	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,458	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

McConnellsburg is served primarily by Central Fulton SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	McConnellsburg, PA	National Avg
School District	Central Fulton SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

McConnellsburg sees average highs of 37.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 43.5 inches of annual precipitation and 30.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	McConnellsburg, PA
Average High — January	37.4°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	43.5"
Annual Snowfall	30.8"

Demographics

Metric	McConnellsburg, PA	National Avg
Population	1,056	—
Median Age	46.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.5%	22.2%
65 and over	25.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fort Loudon, PA 5 mi Mercersburg, PA 8 mi Needmore, PA 10 mi Valley-Hi, PA 13 mi Marion, PA 16 mi

ZIP Codes in McConnellsburg

McConnellsburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17233

McConnellsburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is McConnellsburg, PA affordable or expensive?

McConnellsburg's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes McConnellsburg roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $163,100 and median rent is $753/month.

What is the crime rate in McConnellsburg, PA?

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

What are the schools like in McConnellsburg?

Public schools in McConnellsburg are operated by Central Fulton SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 27.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is McConnellsburg, PA a good place to live?

McConnellsburg, PA has a population of 1,056, a median household income of $33,458, and an unemployment rate of 13.2%. 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 McConnellsburg?

McConnellsburg averages 37.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.5 inches with about 30.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in McConnellsburg?

McConnellsburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17233.

What is the population of McConnellsburg?

The population of McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania is 1,056 with a median age of 46.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in McConnellsburg?

Key numbers for living in McConnellsburg: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $163,100, median household income $33,458, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare McConnellsburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.