Mountain Top, PA
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11,791
TOTAL POPULATION
5,804
MALE POPULATION
5,987
FEMALE POPULATION
96.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.15
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,848
PER CAPITA INCOME
$113,393
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$100,453
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,258
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Race in Mountain Top
The most populous races in Mountain Top are White / Caucasian (10,877 | 92.2%), Asian (566 | 4.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (341 | 2.9%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 566 | 4.8% |
Black / African American | 17 | 0.1% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 341 | 2.9% |
Native / Alaskan | 10 | 0.1% |
White / Caucasian | 10,877 | 92.2% |
Two or more Races | 269 | 2.3% |
Some other Race | 52 | 0.4% |
Total | 11,791 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mountain Top
The most populous ancestries reported in Mountain Top are Polish (2,376 | 20.2%), German (2,350 | 19.9%), Irish (2,033 | 17.2%), Italian (1,566 | 13.3%), and English (756 | 6.4%), together accounting for 77.0% of all Mountain Top residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 413 | 3.5% |
Arab | 37 | 0.3% |
Argentinean | 13 | 0.1% |
Australian | 5 | 0.0% |
Brazilian | 31 | 0.3% |
British | 30 | 0.3% |
Burmese | 120 | 1.0% |
Central American | 41 | 0.4% |
Czech | 71 | 0.6% |
Czechoslovakian | 17 | 0.1% |
Danish | 7 | 0.1% |
Dominican | 19 | 0.2% |
Dutch | 84 | 0.7% |
Eastern European | 142 | 1.2% |
English | 756 | 6.4% |
European | 131 | 1.1% |
Finnish | 121 | 1.0% |
French | 109 | 0.9% |
French Canadian | 97 | 0.8% |
German | 2,350 | 19.9% |
Greek | 61 | 0.5% |
Guatemalan | 13 | 0.1% |
Hungarian | 48 | 0.4% |
Indian (Asian) | 151 | 1.3% |
Irish | 2,033 | 17.2% |
Italian | 1,566 | 13.3% |
Jamaican | 4 | 0.0% |
Korean | 45 | 0.4% |
Latvian | 28 | 0.2% |
Lebanese | 37 | 0.3% |
Lithuanian | 336 | 2.9% |
Mexican | 22 | 0.2% |
Nicaraguan | 5 | 0.0% |
Northern European | 23 | 0.2% |
Norwegian | 144 | 1.2% |
Panamanian | 23 | 0.2% |
Pennsylvania German | 98 | 0.8% |
Polish | 2,376 | 20.2% |
Portuguese | 55 | 0.5% |
Puerto Rican | 56 | 0.5% |
Russian | 475 | 4.0% |
Scandinavian | 21 | 0.2% |
Scotch-Irish | 70 | 0.6% |
Scottish | 19 | 0.2% |
Slavic | 8 | 0.1% |
Slovak | 418 | 3.5% |
South American | 46 | 0.4% |
Sri Lankan | 24 | 0.2% |
Swedish | 28 | 0.2% |
Swiss | 23 | 0.2% |
Thai | 153 | 1.3% |
Turkish | 12 | 0.1% |
Ukrainian | 83 | 0.7% |
Venezuelan | 33 | 0.3% |
Vietnamese | 25 | 0.2% |
Welsh | 612 | 5.2% | View All 56 Rows |
Immigrants in Mountain Top
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mountain Top came from Asia (500 | 4.2%), South Central Asia (360 | 3.0%), India (188 | 1.6%), Europe (118 | 1.0%), and Eastern Asia (101 | 0.9%), together accounting for 10.7% of all Mountain Top residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 54 | 0.5% |
Argentina | 13 | 0.1% |
Asia | 500 | 4.2% |
Australia | 5 | 0.0% |
Bangladesh | 15 | 0.1% |
Caribbean | 13 | 0.1% |
Central America | 20 | 0.2% |
China | 73 | 0.6% |
Czechoslovakia | 9 | 0.1% |
Dominican Republic | 9 | 0.1% |
Eastern Africa | 30 | 0.3% |
Eastern Asia | 101 | 0.9% |
Eastern Europe | 59 | 0.5% |
Europe | 118 | 1.0% |
Germany | 16 | 0.1% |
Guatemala | 13 | 0.1% |
India | 188 | 1.6% |
Italy | 25 | 0.2% |
Jamaica | 4 | 0.0% |
Korea | 28 | 0.2% |
Latin America | 83 | 0.7% |
Lithuania | 25 | 0.2% |
Middle Africa | 24 | 0.2% |
Northern Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
Oceania | 5 | 0.0% |
Pakistan | 72 | 0.6% |
Panama | 7 | 0.1% |
Philippines | 27 | 0.2% |
Poland | 13 | 0.1% |
Russia | 12 | 0.1% |
South America | 50 | 0.4% |
South Central Asia | 360 | 3.0% |
South Eastern Asia | 27 | 0.2% |
Southern Europe | 33 | 0.3% |
Spain | 8 | 0.1% |
Sweden | 10 | 0.1% |
Turkey | 12 | 0.1% |
Uruguay | 4 | 0.0% |
Venezuela | 33 | 0.3% |
Western Asia | 12 | 0.1% |
Western Europe | 16 | 0.1% |
Zaire | 24 | 0.2% | View All 42 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mountain Top
Sex and Age in Mountain Top
The most populous age groups in Mountain Top are 15 to 19 Years (577 | 9.9%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (784 | 13.1%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 308 (5.3%) | 186 (3.1%) |
5 to 9 Years | 346 (6.0%) | 308 (5.1%) |
10 to 14 Years | 374 (6.4%) | 585 (9.8%) |
15 to 19 Years | 577 (9.9%) | 393 (6.6%) |
20 to 24 Years | 344 (5.9%) | 402 (6.7%) |
25 to 29 Years | 197 (3.4%) | 116 (1.9%) |
30 to 34 Years | 204 (3.5%) | 198 (3.3%) |
35 to 39 Years | 286 (4.9%) | 417 (7.0%) |
40 to 44 Years | 491 (8.5%) | 387 (6.5%) |
45 to 49 Years | 559 (9.6%) | 784 (13.1%) |
50 to 54 Years | 528 (9.1%) | 423 (7.1%) |
55 to 59 Years | 261 (4.5%) | 325 (5.4%) |
60 to 64 Years | 377 (6.5%) | 408 (6.8%) |
65 to 69 Years | 353 (6.1%) | 373 (6.2%) |
70 to 74 Years | 304 (5.2%) | 274 (4.6%) |
75 to 79 Years | 207 (3.6%) | 169 (2.8%) |
80 to 84 Years | 66 (1.1%) | 132 (2.2%) |
85 Years and over | 22 (0.4%) | 107 (1.8%) |
Total | 5,804 (100.0%) | 5,987 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mountain Top
Median Family Size in Mountain Top
The median family size in Mountain Top is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,598 | 75.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (211 | 6.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.43 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 2,598 (75.1%) | 3.10 |
Single Male/Father | 211 (6.1%) | 2.43 |
Single Female/Mother | 650 (18.8%) | 2.87 |
Total Families | 3,459 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Mountain Top
The median household size in Mountain Top is 2.69 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,598 | 60.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.1 persons per household. non-family households (854 | 19.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 2,598 (60.2%) | 3.10 |
Single Male/Father | 211 (4.9%) | 3.01 |
Single Female/Mother | 650 (15.1%) | 2.89 |
Non-family | 854 (19.8%) | 1.22 |
Total Households | 4,313 (100.0%) | 2.69 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mountain Top
Out of a total of 4,313 households in Mountain Top, 3,459 (80.2%) are family households, while 854 (19.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,294, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 672.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 672 (15.6%) |
2-Person Households | 1,294 (30.0%) | 182 (4.2%) |
3-Person Households | 1,069 (24.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 881 (20.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 180 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 16 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 19 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,459 (80.2%) | 854 (19.8%) |
Female Fertility in Mountain Top
Fertility by Age in Mountain Top
Average fertility rate in Mountain Top is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 73.9% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 47 (26.1%) | 66.0 |
35 to 50 years | 133 (73.9%) | 76.0 |
Total | 180 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mountain Top
87.8% of women with births (180) in Mountain Top are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 19.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 9.8% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 38 (80.8%) | 9 (19.2%) |
35 to 50 years | 120 (90.2%) | 13 (9.8%) |
Total | 158 (87.8%) | 22 (12.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Mountain Top
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 24 (13.3%) | 53.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 141 (78.3%) | 192.0 |
Graduate Degree | 15 (8.3%) | 39.0 |
Total | 180 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mountain Top
12.2% of women with births in Mountain Top are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 37.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 15 (62.5%) | 9 (37.5%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 128 (90.8%) | 13 (9.2%) |
Graduate Degree | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 158 (87.8%) | 22 (12.2%) |
Income in Mountain Top
Income Overview in Mountain Top
Per Capita Income in Mountain Top is $42,848, while median incomes of families and households are $113,393 and $100,453 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 11,791 | $42,848 |
Median Family Income | 3,459 | $113,393 |
Mean Family Income | 3,459 | $126,566 |
Median Household Income | 4,313 | $100,453 |
Mean Household Income | 4,313 | $115,084 |
Income Deficit | 3,459 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,791 | 35.21% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,791 | 64.79¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 11,791 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Mountain Top
Average Earnings in Mountain Top are $49,820, $64,395 for men and $41,723 for women, a difference of 35.2%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 3,099 (48.8%) | $64,395 |
Female | 3,256 (51.2%) | $41,723 |
Total | 6,355 (100.0%) | $49,820 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mountain Top
The most common earnings brackets in Mountain Top are $100,000+ for men (810 | 26.1%) and $100,000+ for women (398 | 12.2%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 57 (1.8%) | 242 (7.4%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 87 (2.8%) | 183 (5.6%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 42 (1.4%) | 85 (2.6%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 32 (1.0%) | 17 (0.5%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 81 (2.6%) | 118 (3.6%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 34 (1.1%) | 67 (2.1%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 1 (0.0%) | 57 (1.8%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 29 (0.9%) | 39 (1.2%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 30 (1.0%) | 104 (3.2%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 33 (1.1%) | 96 (2.9%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 59 (1.9%) | 187 (5.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 177 (5.7%) | 150 (4.6%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 173 (5.6%) | 212 (6.5%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 212 (6.8%) | 167 (5.1%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 113 (3.6%) | 313 (9.6%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 121 (3.9%) | 83 (2.5%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 284 (9.2%) | 245 (7.5%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 172 (5.6%) | 163 (5.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 552 (17.8%) | 330 (10.1%) |
$100,000+ | 810 (26.1%) | 398 (12.2%) |
Total | 3,099 (100.0%) | 3,256 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mountain Top
Average earnings in Mountain Top are $69,250 for men and $48,533 for women, a difference of 29.9%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,981, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $44,276. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,597, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,500.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $102,981 | $0 |
High School Diploma | $46,607 | $31,500 |
College or Associate's Degree | $44,276 | $42,284 |
Bachelor's Degree | $85,018 | $56,210 |
Graduate Degree | $94,125 | $76,597 |
Total | $69,250 | $48,533 |
Family Income in Mountain Top
Family Income Brackets in Mountain Top
According to the Mountain Top family income data, there are 975 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.2% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 69 | 2.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 17 | 0.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 7 | 0.2% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 69 | 2.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 370 | 10.7% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 384 | 11.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 529 | 15.3% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 975 | 28.2% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 675 | 19.5% |
$200,000+ | 360 | 10.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mountain Top
4-person families (856 | 24.7%) account for the highest median family income in Mountain Top with $146,092 per family, while 2-person families (1,378 | 39.8%) have the highest median income of $50,278 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 1,378 (39.8%) | $100,556 |
3-Person Families | 1,039 (30.0%) | $101,080 |
4-Person Families | 856 (24.7%) | $146,092 |
5-Person Families | 151 (4.4%) | $126,250 |
6-Person Families | 16 (0.5%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 19 (0.5%) | $0 |
Total | 3,459 (100.0%) | $113,393 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mountain Top
The median family income in Mountain Top is $113,393, with families comprising 3+ earners (532) having the highest median family income of $146,851, while families with no earners (354) have the lowest median family income of $49,091, accounting for 15.4% and 10.2% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 354 (10.2%) | $49,091 |
1 Earner | 1,128 (32.6%) | $75,806 |
2 Earners | 1,445 (41.8%) | $139,717 |
3+ Earners | 532 (15.4%) | $146,851 |
Total | 3,459 (100.0%) | $113,393 |
Household Income in Mountain Top
Household Income Brackets in Mountain Top
With 1,061 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Mountain Top, accounting for 24.6% of all households. In contrast, only 82 households (1.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 82 | 1.9% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 91 | 2.1% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 246 | 5.7% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 160 | 3.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 449 | 10.4% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 479 | 11.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 643 | 14.9% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,061 | 24.6% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 712 | 16.5% |
$200,000+ | 392 | 9.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mountain Top
The median household income in Mountain Top is $100,453, with the highest median household income of $128,810 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,042 households (47.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 5 households (0.1%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 5 (0.1%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 1,150 (26.7%) | $84,511 |
45 to 64 Years | 2,042 (47.3%) | $128,810 |
65+ Years | 1,116 (25.9%) | $75,083 |
Total | 4,313 (100.0%) | $100,453 |
Poverty in Mountain Top
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Top
With 4.1% poverty level for males and 4.7% for females among the residents of Mountain Top, 12 to 14 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 31 males (15.1%) and 22 females (10.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 13 (4.2%) | 15 (8.3%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 44 (10.1%) | 11 (2.2%) |
12 to 14 Years | 31 (15.1%) | 6 (1.7%) |
15 Years | 32 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (10.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 9 (1.9%) | 5 (1.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 13 (3.2%) | 27 (8.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 15 (1.9%) | 48 (6.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 35 (3.2%) | 61 (5.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 26 (4.2%) | 26 (3.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 42 (6.8%) |
75 Years and over | 17 (6.6%) | 11 (3.3%) |
Total | 236 (4.1%) | 274 (4.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Top
According to the poverty statistics in Mountain Top, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 295 (95.8%) | 165 (91.7%) |
5 Years | 59 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 392 (89.9%) | 497 (97.8%) |
12 to 14 Years | 174 (84.9%) | 354 (98.3%) |
15 Years | 250 (88.6%) | 61 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 175 (100.0%) | 199 (90.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 455 (98.1%) | 508 (99.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 388 (96.8%) | 287 (91.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 762 (98.1%) | 756 (94.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,052 (96.8%) | 1,146 (95.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 599 (95.8%) | 707 (96.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 633 (99.8%) | 576 (93.2%) |
75 Years and over | 241 (93.4%) | 326 (96.7%) |
Total | 5,475 (95.9%) | 5,607 (95.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mountain Top
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mountain Top show that 0.5% or 13 of the total 2,598 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 1.1%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 1,354 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 1,155 (98.9%) | 13 (1.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,585 (99.5%) | 13 (0.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mountain Top
According to the poverty data in Mountain Top, 16.1% or 34 single-father households and 7.2% or 47 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (37.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (15.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 34 (37.8%) | 47 (15.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 34 (16.1%) | 47 (7.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mountain Top
The poverty data for Mountain Top shows that 13 of the married-couple family households (0.5%) and 81 of the single-parent households (9.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (1.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 81 household (20.1%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 13 (1.1%) | 81 (20.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 13 (0.5%) | 81 (9.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mountain Top
Employment by Class of Employer in Mountain Top
Among the 6,040 employed individuals in Mountain Top, private company employees (4,113 | 68.1%), not-for-profit organizations (540 | 8.9%), and local government employees (318 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 4,113 | 68.1% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 303 | 5.0% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 303 | 5.0% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 540 | 8.9% |
Local Government Employees | 318 | 5.3% |
State Government Employees | 229 | 3.8% |
Federal Government Employees | 199 | 3.3% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 35 | 0.6% |
Total | 6,040 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mountain Top
According to the labor force statistics for Mountain Top, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,341), 67.0% or 6,258 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 194 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.3% or 289 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.9% or 75 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 209 (33.3%) | 75 (35.9%) |
20 to 24 Years | 625 (83.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 289 (92.3%) | 22 (7.6%) |
30 to 34 Years | 302 (75.1%) | 4 (1.3%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,401 (88.6%) | 45 (3.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,003 (87.3%) | 28 (1.4%) |
55 to 59 Years | 492 (84.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 495 (63.1%) | 21 (4.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 417 (32.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 23 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 6,258 (67.0%) | 194 (3.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mountain Top
According to labor force statistics for Mountain Top, 83.6% of individuals (4,983) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,961) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 120 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.8% or 2,679 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 97 (55.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 724 (73.2%) | 36 (3.6%) |
College / Associate Degree | 1,480 (81.6%) | 65 (3.6%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,679 (89.8%) | 48 (1.6%) |
Total | 4,983 (83.6%) | 143 (2.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mountain Top
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mountain Top are Health Diagnosing & Treating (733 | 12.1%), Management (721 | 11.9%), Community & Social Service (678 | 11.2%), Health Technologists (472 | 7.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (418 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mountain Top, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.1%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (76.7%), and Management (73.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (75.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (69.9%), and Health Technologists (65.7%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 533 (73.9%) | 188 (26.1%) |
Business & Financial | 153 (52.6%) | 138 (47.4%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 269 (64.3%) | 149 (35.6%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 165 (65.7%) | 86 (34.3%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 88 (87.1%) | 13 (12.9%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 16 (24.2%) | 50 (75.8%) |
Community & Social Service | 274 (40.4%) | 404 (59.6%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 79 (35.7%) | 142 (64.2%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 149 (37.5%) | 248 (62.5%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 46 (76.7%) | 14 (23.3%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 221 (30.1%) | 512 (69.9%) |
Health Technologists | 162 (34.3%) | 310 (65.7%) |
Total (Category) | 1,450 (51.0%) | 1,391 (49.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mountain Top are Food Preparation & Serving (298 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (131 | 2.2%), Security & Protection (126 | 2.1%), Healthcare Support (100 | 1.7%), and Personal Care & Service (95 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mountain Top, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (92.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (85.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (87.6%), Healthcare Support (85.0%), and Personal Care & Service (83.2%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 15 (15.0%) | 85 (85.0%) |
Security & Protection | 117 (92.9%) | 9 (7.1%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 51 (85.0%) | 9 (15.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 37 (12.4%) | 261 (87.6%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 81 (61.8%) | 50 (38.2%) |
Personal Care & Service | 16 (16.8%) | 79 (83.2%) |
Total (Category) | 266 (35.5%) | 484 (64.5%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mountain Top are Office & Administration (846 | 14.0%), and Sales & Related (646 | 10.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 246 (38.1%) | 400 (61.9%) |
Office & Administration | 254 (30.0%) | 592 (70.0%) |
Total (Category) | 500 (33.5%) | 992 (66.5%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mountain Top are Construction & Extraction (179 | 2.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (147 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 179 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 139 (94.6%) | 8 (5.4%) |
Total (Category) | 318 (97.6%) | 8 (2.5%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mountain Top are Production (323 | 5.3%), Transportation (174 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (154 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 182 (56.4%) | 141 (43.6%) |
Transportation | 155 (89.1%) | 19 (10.9%) |
Material Moving | 136 (88.3%) | 18 (11.7%) |
Total (Category) | 473 (72.7%) | 178 (27.3%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mountain Top
Employment Industries in Mountain Top
The major employment industries in Mountain Top include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,021 | 16.9%), Manufacturing (894 | 14.7%), Retail Trade (585 | 9.7%), Educational Services (542 | 8.9%), and Finance & Insurance (492 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mountain Top
The Mountain Top industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (94.4%), and Construction (90.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (77.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (69.3%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 239 (90.2%) | 26 (9.8%) |
Manufacturing | 604 (67.6%) | 290 (32.4%) |
Wholesale Trade | 131 (86.2%) | 21 (13.8%) |
Retail Trade | 232 (39.7%) | 353 (60.3%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 133 (74.7%) | 45 (25.3%) |
Utilities | 153 (94.4%) | 9 (5.6%) |
Information | 82 (66.1%) | 42 (33.9%) |
Finance & Insurance | 111 (22.6%) | 381 (77.4%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 48 (40.0%) | 72 (60.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 251 (52.0%) | 232 (48.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 82 (62.1%) | 50 (37.9%) |
Educational Services | 202 (37.3%) | 340 (62.7%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 324 (31.7%) | 697 (68.3%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 36 (35.3%) | 66 (64.7%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 113 (30.7%) | 255 (69.3%) |
Public Administration | 175 (62.5%) | 105 (37.5%) |
Total | 3,007 (49.6%) | 3,053 (50.4%) |
Education in Mountain Top
School Enrollment in Mountain Top
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,052 students in Mountain Top are high school (1,001 | 32.8%), middle school (733 | 24.0%), and elementary school (522 | 17.1%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 110 | 3.6% |
Kindergarten | 75 | 2.5% |
Elementary School | 522 | 17.1% |
Middle School | 733 | 24.0% |
High School | 1,001 | 32.8% |
College / Undergraduate | 476 | 15.6% |
Graduate / Professional | 135 | 4.4% |
Total | 3,052 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mountain Top
Out of a total of 3,052 students who are enrolled in schools in Mountain Top, 681 (22.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,371 (77.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (69.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 691 (93.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 38 (40.4%) | 56 (59.6%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 441 (80.0%) | 110 (20.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 847 (90.3%) | 91 (9.7%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 691 (93.5%) | 48 (6.5%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 133 (75.1%) | 44 (24.9%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 126 (34.0%) | 245 (66.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 20 (30.8%) | 45 (69.2%) |
35 Years and over | 75 (64.1%) | 42 (35.9%) |
Total | 2,371 (77.7%) | 681 (22.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mountain Top
Business (793 | 20.3%), education (519 | 13.3%), science & technology (397 | 10.2%), communications (294 | 7.5%), and arts & humanities (273 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,902 individuals in Mountain Top who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 167 | 4.3% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 208 | 5.3% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 155 | 4.0% |
Psychology | 249 | 6.4% |
Social Sciences | 256 | 6.6% |
Engineering | 243 | 6.2% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 34 | 0.9% |
Science & Technology | 397 | 10.2% |
Business | 793 | 20.3% |
Education | 519 | 13.3% |
Literature & Languages | 125 | 3.2% |
Liberal Arts & History | 124 | 3.2% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 65 | 1.7% |
Communications | 294 | 7.5% |
Arts & Humanities | 273 | 7.0% |
Total | 3,902 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mountain Top
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mountain Top
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mountain Top are males with 2 vehicles (1,482, accounting for 49.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,352, making up 48.5%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 21 (0.7%) | 20 (0.7%) |
1 Vehicle | 226 (7.6%) | 441 (14.4%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,482 (49.7%) | 1,352 (44.3%) |
3 Vehicles | 850 (28.5%) | 783 (25.7%) |
4 Vehicles | 310 (10.4%) | 314 (10.3%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 93 (3.1%) | 143 (4.7%) |
Total | 2,982 (100.0%) | 3,053 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mountain Top
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mountain Top are 20 to 24 minutes (837 commuters, 16.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (828 commuters, 16.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (725 commuters, 14.0%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 163 | 3.2% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 573 | 11.1% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 462 | 8.9% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 725 | 14.0% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 837 | 16.2% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 617 | 11.9% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 828 | 16.0% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 87 | 1.7% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 259 | 5.0% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 282 | 5.4% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 195 | 3.8% |
90 or more Minutes | 150 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mountain Top
The most common commute times in Mountain Top are 30 to 34 minutes (613 commuters, 23.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (546 commuters, 20.9%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 29 (1.1%) | 134 (5.1%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 227 (8.8%) | 346 (13.3%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 290 (11.3%) | 172 (6.6%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 179 (7.0%) | 546 (20.9%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 418 (16.3%) | 419 (16.1%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 261 (10.2%) | 356 (13.7%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 613 (23.8%) | 215 (8.3%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 44 (1.7%) | 43 (1.7%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 111 (4.3%) | 148 (5.7%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 173 (6.7%) | 109 (4.2%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 183 (7.1%) | 12 (0.5%) |
90 or more Minutes | 44 (1.7%) | 106 (4.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mountain Top
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mountain Top are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (454, 17.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (431, 16.5%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 160 (6.2%) | 14 (0.5%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 120 (4.7%) | 8 (0.3%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 107 (4.2%) | 23 (0.9%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 171 (6.7%) | 202 (7.7%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 210 (8.2%) | 147 (5.6%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 454 (17.6%) | 318 (12.2%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 380 (14.8%) | 431 (16.5%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 397 (15.4%) | 245 (9.4%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 154 (6.0%) | 339 (13.0%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 175 (6.8%) | 328 (12.6%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 46 (1.8%) | 12 (0.5%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 35 (1.4%) | 35 (1.3%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 87 (3.4%) | 313 (12.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 76 (2.9%) | 191 (7.3%) |
Total | 2,572 (100.0%) | 2,606 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mountain Top
Occupancy by Ownership in Mountain Top
Of the total 4,313 dwellings in Mountain Top, owner-occupied units account for 3,914 (90.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 399 (9.2%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,914 | 90.7% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 399 | 9.2% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mountain Top
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 672 | 15.6% |
2-Person Household | 1,476 | 34.2% |
3-Person Household | 1,069 | 24.8% |
4+ Person Household | 1,096 | 25.4% |
Total Housing Units | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mountain Top
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 556 (82.7%) | 116 (17.3%) |
2-Person Household | 1,459 (98.9%) | 17 (1.1%) |
3-Person Household | 833 (77.9%) | 236 (22.1%) |
4+ Person Household | 1,066 (97.3%) | 30 (2.7%) |
Total Housing Units | 3,914 (90.7%) | 399 (9.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mountain Top
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 145 (84.8%) | 26 (15.2%) |
High School Diploma | 670 (84.5%) | 123 (15.5%) |
College/Associate Degree | 1,041 (83.2%) | 211 (16.9%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,058 (98.1%) | 39 (1.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mountain Top
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 252 | 5.8% |
35 to 44 Years | 903 | 20.9% |
45 to 54 Years | 1,246 | 28.9% |
55 to 64 Years | 796 | 18.5% |
65 to 74 Years | 763 | 17.7% |
75 to 84 Years | 320 | 7.4% |
85 Years and Over | 33 | 0.8% |
Total | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mountain Top
Median Income by Occupancy in Mountain Top
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 3,914 (90.7%) | $108,309 |
Renter-Occupied | 399 (9.2%) | $38,473 |
Average | 4,313 (100.0%) | $100,453 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mountain Top
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 61 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 23 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 32 (0.8%) | 58 (14.5%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 71 (1.8%) | 9 (2.3%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 127 (3.2%) | 39 (9.8%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 128 (3.3%) | 32 (8.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 263 (6.7%) | 184 (46.1%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 433 (11.1%) | 44 (11.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 609 (15.6%) | 33 (8.3%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,062 (27.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 1,105 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mountain Top
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 18 (0.5%) | 35 (8.8%) |
$300 to $499 | 252 (6.4%) | 22 (5.5%) |
$500 to $799 | 502 (12.8%) | 235 (58.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 433 (11.1%) | 9 (2.3%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 690 (17.6%) | 64 (16.0%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 899 (23.0%) | 11 (2.8%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 552 (14.1%) | 22 (5.5%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 314 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 254 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mountain Top
Housing Structures in Mountain Top
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,670 | 85.1% |
Single Unit, Attached | 321 | 7.4% |
2 Unit Apartments | 24 | 0.6% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 151 | 3.5% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 19 | 0.4% |
10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
Mobile Home / Other | 128 | 3.0% |
Total | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mountain Top
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,624 (98.8%) | 46 (1.3%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 164 (51.1%) | 157 (48.9%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 (2.6%) | 147 (97.4%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 122 (95.3%) | 6 (4.7%) |
Total | 3,914 (90.7%) | 399 (9.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mountain Top
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (17.3%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 617 (15.8%) | 53 (13.3%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 1,309 (33.4%) | 248 (62.2%) |
8 or more Rooms | 1,988 (50.8%) | 29 (7.3%) |
Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mountain Top
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 2,630 (67.2%) | 303 (75.9%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 133 (3.4%) | 6 (1.5%) |
Electricity | 654 (16.7%) | 61 (15.3%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 337 (8.6%) | 29 (7.3%) |
Coal or Coke | 88 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 67 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 5 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mountain Top
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 69 (1.8%) | 12 (3.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 742 (19.0%) | 327 (82.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,991 (50.9%) | 8 (2.0%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 1,112 (28.4%) | 52 (13.0%) |
Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mountain Top
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mountain Top
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 1,067 | 2,847 |
Median Property Value | $211,500 | $268,900 |
Median Household Income | $88,750 | $907 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $704 | $254 |
Real Estate Taxes | $3,223 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mountain Top
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 75 (7.0%) | 75 (2.6%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 11 (1.0%) | 26 (0.9%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 768 (72.0%) | 1,599 (56.2%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 191 (17.9%) | 987 (34.7%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 22 (2.1%) | 121 (4.3%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (0.8%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.5%) |
Total | 1,067 (100.0%) | 2,847 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mountain Top
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 49 (4.6%) | 80 (2.8%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 119 (11.2%) | 35 (1.2%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 57 (5.3%) | 111 (3.9%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 96 (9.0%) | 71 (2.5%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 100 (9.4%) | 167 (5.9%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 167 (15.7%) | 333 (11.7%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 281 (26.3%) | 442 (15.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 198 (18.6%) | 781 (27.4%) |
Total | 1,067 (100.0%) | 2,847 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mountain Top
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 414 (38.8%) | 118,836 (4,174.1%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 190 (17.8%) | 1,014 (35.6%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 141 (13.2%) | 745 (26.2%) |
4.0x or more | 322 (30.2%) | 525 (18.4%) |
Total | 1,067 (100.0%) | 2,847 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mountain Top
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 68 (6.4%) | 35 (1.2%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 104 (9.8%) | 89 (3.1%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 895 (83.9%) | 309 (10.8%) |
Total | 1,067 (100.0%) | 2,847 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mountain Top
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Top
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 578 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 2,408 (99.3%) | 16 (0.7%) |
19 to 25 Years | 900 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
26 to 34 Years | 625 (98.3%) | 11 (1.7%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,459 (92.3%) | 122 (7.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,242 (97.7%) | 52 (2.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,358 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,252 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 595 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11,417 (98.3%) | 201 (1.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mountain Top
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 578 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,408 (99.3%) | 16 (0.7%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 900 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mountain Top
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 609 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 1,292 (97.3%) | 36 (2.7%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,167 (93.2%) | 85 (6.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,701 (98.6%) | 24 (1.4%) |
$100,000 and over | 6,633 (99.2%) | 56 (0.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Top
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 75 (13.0%) | 526 (91.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 672 (27.7%) | 1,786 (73.7%) |
19 to 25 Years | 61 (6.8%) | 855 (95.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 105 (16.5%) | 548 (86.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 301 (19.0%) | 1,220 (77.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 226 (9.9%) | 2,089 (91.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 214 (15.8%) | 1,236 (91.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,185 (94.7%) | 843 (67.3%) |
75 Years and over | 592 (99.5%) | 412 (69.2%) |
Total | 3,431 (29.5%) | 9,515 (81.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mountain Top
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 42 (3.6%) | 121 (10.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 13 (1.5%) | 19 (2.3%) |
35 to 64 Years | 273 (11.0%) | 152 (5.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 54 (8.5%) | 42 (6.8%) |
75 Years and over | 131 (50.8%) | 136 (40.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mountain Top
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 103 (4.1%) | 11 (0.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 13 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 105 (40.7%) | 46 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 121 (10.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 38 (1.5%) | 17 (0.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 15 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 33 (2.8%) | 121 (10.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 13 (1.5%) | 19 (2.3%) |
35 to 64 Years | 177 (7.1%) | 6 (0.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.2%) | 11 (1.8%) |
75 Years and over | 13 (5.0%) | 46 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 177 (7.1%) | 125 (4.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 48 (7.6%) | 42 (6.8%) |
75 Years and over | 54 (20.9%) | 106 (31.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 141 (5.7%) | 16 (0.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.5%) |
75 Years and over | 12 (4.6%) | 15 (4.4%) |
Technology Access in Mountain Top
Computing Device Access in Mountain Top
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 3,716 | 86.2% |
Smartphone | 3,816 | 88.5% |
Tablet | 3,091 | 71.7% |
No Computing Device | 210 | 4.9% |
Total | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mountain Top
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 24 | 0.6% |
Broadband Home | 3,561 | 82.6% |
Cellular Data Only | 328 | 7.6% |
Satellite Internet | 176 | 4.1% |
No Internet | 270 | 6.3% |
Total | 4,313 | 100.0% |
Mountain Top Summary
Mountain Top is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Fairview Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It is situated in the Pocono Mountains region of the state, and is part of the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre–Hazleton Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Mountain Top was 10,982.
History
Mountain Top was first settled in the late 1700s by German and Irish immigrants. The area was originally known as “Hemlock Grove” due to the abundance of hemlock trees in the area. The name was changed to Mountain Top in 1845 when the post office was established.
The area was primarily a farming community until the late 19th century when coal mining became the primary industry. The coal industry was the main source of employment for the area until the mid-20th century when the industry began to decline.
Geography
Mountain Top is located at 41°10'25" North, 75°50'45" West (41.173611, -75.845833). It is situated in the Pocono Mountains region of Pennsylvania, and is part of the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre–Hazleton Metropolitan Statistical Area.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.3 square miles (21.5 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Mountain Top’s economy is largely based on tourism and retail. The area is home to several ski resorts, golf courses, and other recreational activities. The area also has several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 10,982 people, 4,541 households, and 3,072 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,323.2 people per square mile (510.7/km2). There were 4,945 housing units at an average density of 597.2/sq mi (230.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 4,541 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.93.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,917. Males had a median income of $41,944 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $22,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mountain Top?
Total Population of Mountain Top is 11,791.
What is the Total Male Population of Mountain Top?
Total Male Population of Mountain Top is 5,804.
What is the Total Female Population of Mountain Top?
Total Female Population of Mountain Top is 5,987.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mountain Top?
There are 96.94 Males per 100 Females in Mountain Top.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mountain Top?
There are 103.15 Females per 100 Males in Mountain Top.
What is the Median Population Age in Mountain Top?
Median Population Age in Mountain Top is 43.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mountain Top
Average Family Size in Mountain Top is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mountain Top
Average Household Size in Mountain Top is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mountain Top?
Per Capita income in Mountain Top is $42,848.
What is the Median Family Income in Mountain Top?
Median Family Income in Mountain Top is $113,393.
What is the Median Household income in Mountain Top?
Median Household Income in Mountain Top is $100,453.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mountain Top?
Income or Wage Gap in Mountain Top is 35.2%.
Women in Mountain Top earn 64.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mountain Top?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mountain Top is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mountain Top?
There are 6,258 People in the Labor Forcein in Mountain Top.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mountain Top?
67.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Mountain Top.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mountain Top?
Unemployment Rate in Mountain Top is 3.1%.