Mifflin County

As of the latest available data in 2021, Mifflin County, PA, has a population of approximately 46,000 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (95.4%), followed by African American (1.6%), Asian (0.5%), and other races (2.5%). The median household income is around $45,000, with a poverty rate of approximately 14%. The population is distributed with 21% under 18, 57% aged 18-64, and 22% aged 65 and older. The county spans about 415 square miles.

As of the latest data, the median home value in Mifflin County, PA, is approximately $125,000. The housing market has seen a 5% increase over the past year. The median rent is about $750 per month. Around 72% of residents are homeowners, while 28% are renters. The average household size is 2.5 people. Housing stock consists mainly of single-family homes, with a smaller proportion of apartments. Property tax rates average around 1.4% of assessed home value. The vacancy rate is roughly 9%.

Mifflin County, PA, has various local and county-level elections. For the 2022 General Election held on November 8, key races included positions such as U.S. Senator and Governor, as well as local government posts like County Commissioner, Treasurer, and School Board members.

For the U.S. Senate, Mehmet Oz (R) and John Fetterman (D) were the primary candidates. Fetterman won with approximately 51% of the vote statewide.

The gubernatorial race featured Doug Mastriano (R) against Josh Shapiro (D), with Shapiro securing the victory with around 56% of the state vote.

Local offices had numerous candidates across various parties. For instance, County Commissioner candidates included both incumbents and new entrants, with election outcomes often reflecting party affiliations and local issues.

For the most current information, refer to Mifflin County's official website or the Pennsylvania Department of State's election results archive.

As of recent data, Mifflin County, PA, shows educational attainment levels that are somewhat lower than state and national averages. About 85.6% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of approximately 88% and Pennsylvania's state average of around 90%. When it comes to higher education, about 15.6% of Mifflin County's population holds a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of about 33% and Pennsylvania's average of roughly 32%. The county appears to lag behind both the national and state levels in educational achievement.

As of recent data, Mifflin County, PA has an employment rate with notable contributions from manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and education sectors. The manufacturing industry tops the list, constituting roughly 28% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of around 8.5% and the Pennsylvania state average of 9.5%. Healthcare and social assistance follow at approximately 16%, comparing closely to the national average of 14.7% but slightly below the state's 15.6%. Retail trade accounts for about 11%, aligning with national (10.8%) and state (10.3%) figures. Education services employ around 7%, which is somewhat in line with state (8%) and national (9.2%) averages. The county's above-average involvement in manufacturing sets it apart from broader trends.

As of the latest available data, Mifflin County, PA has a median household income of approximately $47,000. This is significantly below the national median household income, which is approximately $68,700, and also below the Pennsylvania state median household income of around $63,500.

Here's a comparative table for quick reference:

This data underscores the income disparity between Mifflin County and broader state and national averages, pointing to potentially more limited economic opportunities in the county.

Mifflin County, PA, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of the latest data:

• Total crime rate: 10.6 per 1,000 residents per year
• Violent crime rate: 1.6 per 1,000 residents per year
• Property crime rate: 9.0 per 1,000 residents per year

The table below outlines the types of crimes and their rates:

Overall, Mifflin County is safer than approximately 35% of U.S. cities.