What are the schools like in Morrisdale, PA?

Morrisdale is served primarily by West Branch Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Morrisdale?

The median household income in Morrisdale, PA is $33,117 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Morrisdale, PA?

Morrisdale has an average high temperature of 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Morrisdale, PA affordable or expensive?

Morrisdale's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Morrisdale is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $101,600 and the median rent is $877 per month.

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

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

Is Morrisdale, PA a Good Place to Live?

Morrisdale is a small town of 803 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $33,117 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Morrisdale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Morrisdale 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: 92.2

Morrisdale's overall cost of living index is 92.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Morrisdale costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Morrisdale, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$101,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$877	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,117	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Morrisdale is served primarily by West Branch Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Morrisdale, PA	National Avg
School District	West Branch Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Morrisdale sees average highs of 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July, with 42.0 inches of annual precipitation and 50.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Morrisdale, PA
Average High — January	32.1°F
Average High — July	79.7°F
Annual Precipitation	42.0"
Annual Snowfall	50.0"

Demographics

Metric	Morrisdale, PA	National Avg
Population	803	—
Median Age	45.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Morrisdale

Morrisdale, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16858

Morrisdale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morrisdale, PA affordable or expensive?

Morrisdale's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Morrisdale roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $101,600 and median rent is $877/month.

What is the crime rate in Morrisdale, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Morrisdale?

Public schools in Morrisdale are operated by West Branch Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 2.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Morrisdale, PA a good place to live?

Morrisdale, PA has a population of 803, a median household income of $33,117, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. 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 Morrisdale?

Morrisdale averages 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.0 inches with about 50.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Morrisdale?

Morrisdale, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16858.

What is the population of Morrisdale?

The population of Morrisdale, Pennsylvania is 803 with a median age of 45.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Morrisdale?

Key numbers for living in Morrisdale: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $101,600, median household income $33,117, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Morrisdale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.