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Montrose, PA


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Montrose, Pennsylvania

Montrose, Pennsylvania, in Susquehanna county, is 31 miles N of Scranton, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 116 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is home to some 1,664 residents.

The People and Families of Montrose

In Montrose, about 49% of adults are married. People in Montrose have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

You'll see many senior citizens in Montrose.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Montrose had a median family income of $46,607. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Montrose.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($3,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Montrose. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Montrose Housing

According to the 2000 census, 58% of the housing in Montrose was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Montrose, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the town.

Commuting

In Montrose, 92% of commuters drive to work. People in Montrose expect to drive a lot. The town does not have a lot of public transportation. The relatively short commuting times in the town let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Montrose strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Montrose College Educated Adults
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 16%Montrose Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Montrose Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Montrose, PA

Comparing Montrose to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Female Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Women86
Well-Paid Single Men76
Age of the Population65
Children Under 5 Years Old57
Male Share of the Population33
Racial Diversity33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married23
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults99
Median Family Income77
People in Middle Class or Better54
People Above Poverty43

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Walking and Biking to Work21
Working at Home11
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing810
Affordability of Rents79
Affordability of Property Taxes34
Housing Recently Built11
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