What are the schools like in McVeytown, PA?

McVeytown 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 McVeytown?

The median household income in McVeytown, PA is $66,458 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.7%.

What is the weather like in McVeytown, PA?

McVeytown 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.

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

Q: Is McVeytown, PA affordable or expensive?

McVeytown's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means McVeytown is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $118,800 and the median rent is $725 per month.

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

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

Is McVeytown, PA a Good Place to Live?

McVeytown is a small town of 342 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $66,458 and a 8.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

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

All McVeytown 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: 91.4

McVeytown's overall cost of living index is 91.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in McVeytown costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	McVeytown, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$118,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,458	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

McVeytown 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	McVeytown, 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	21.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	McVeytown, PA	National Avg
Population	342	—
Median Age	47.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	16.1%	22.2%
65 and over	21.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mattawana, PA 1 mi Longfellow, PA 4 mi Allensville, PA 4 mi Strodes Mills, PA 5 mi Atkinson Mills, PA 5 mi

McVeytown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is McVeytown, PA affordable or expensive?

McVeytown's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes McVeytown roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $118,800 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in McVeytown, PA?

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

What are the schools like in McVeytown?

Public schools in McVeytown 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. 21.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is McVeytown, PA a good place to live?

McVeytown, PA has a population of 342, a median household income of $66,458, and an unemployment rate of 8.7%. 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 McVeytown?

McVeytown 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 is the population of McVeytown?

The population of McVeytown, Pennsylvania is 342 with a median age of 47.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in McVeytown?

Key numbers for living in McVeytown: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $118,800, median household income $66,458, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare McVeytown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.