What are the schools like in Mohnton, PA?

Mohnton is served primarily by Governor Mifflin SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.4:1.

What is the median household income in Mohnton?

The median household income in Mohnton, PA is $76,410 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.1%.

What is the weather like in Mohnton, PA?

Mohnton has an average high temperature of 38.6°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Mohnton, PA affordable or expensive?

Mohnton's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mohnton is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $197,300 and the median rent is $857 per month.

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

Mohnton has a violent crime rate of 34.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 308.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mohnton, PA a Good Place to Live?

Mohnton is a small town of 2,923 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $76,410 and a 9.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Mohnton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Mohnton 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: 95.3

Mohnton's overall cost of living index is 95.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mohnton costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mohnton, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$197,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$857	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$76,410	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mohnton's violent crime rate is 34.3 per 100,000 residents — 91% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

34.3 /100k

Property Crime

308.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Mohnton is served primarily by Governor Mifflin SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mohnton, PA	National Avg
School District	Governor Mifflin SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mohnton sees average highs of 38.6°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 51.9 inches of annual precipitation and 27.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mohnton, PA
Average High — January	38.6°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	51.9"
Annual Snowfall	27.2"

Demographics

Metric	Mohnton, PA	National Avg
Population	2,923	—
Median Age	40.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	17.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pennwyn, PA 1 mi Montrose Manor, PA 1 mi Shillington, PA 1 mi Lincoln Park, PA 2 mi Gouglersville, PA 2 mi

Mohnton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mohnton, PA affordable or expensive?

Mohnton's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mohnton roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $197,300 and median rent is $857/month.

What is the crime rate in Mohnton, PA?

Mohnton's violent crime rate is 34.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 308.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mohnton?

Public schools in Mohnton are operated by Governor Mifflin SD. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. 35.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mohnton, PA a good place to live?

Mohnton, PA has a population of 2,923, a median household income of $76,410, and an unemployment rate of 9.1%. 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 Mohnton?

Mohnton averages 38.6°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.9 inches with about 27.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Mohnton?

The population of Mohnton, Pennsylvania is 2,923 with a median age of 40.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mohnton?

Key numbers for living in Mohnton: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $197,300, median household income $76,410, crime index 11 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mohnton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.