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Crime in Mechanicsburg summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Mechanicsburg. Key points include:
There were 135 total crimes in Mechanicsburg in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Mechanicsburg is 1,335.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Mechanicsburg is 59.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Mechanicsburg is 1,275.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Mechanicsburg is -37.00% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Mechanicsburg Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw | Mechanicsburg / 100k People | Pennsylvania / 100k People | National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 135 | 1,335.2 | 1,680.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 6 | 59.3 | 245.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 51.4 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 49.5 | 161.4 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 129 | 1,275.8 | 1,435.0 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 17 | 168.1 | 116.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 105 | 1,038.5 | 1,129.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 7 | 69.2 | 188.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Mechanicsburg summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Mechanicsburg. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Pennsylvania. Key points include:
The cost of living in Mechanicsburg is 98 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Mechanicsburg is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Mechanicsburg is $401,857.
The median income in Mechanicsburg is $84,421.
Mechanicsburg's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Mechanicsburg Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Mechanicsburg | Pennsylvania | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 98 | 97 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 101 | 88 | 100 |
| Housing | 98 | 102 | 100 |
| Transportation | 95 | 100 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Mechanicsburg, PA Weather
The average high in Mechanicsburg is 62.2° and the average low is 42.7°.
There are 76.4 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 41.8 inches of precipitation each year with 28.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Mechanicsburg |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 76.4 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 41.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 28.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Mechanicsburg Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Mechanicsburg
The current population in Mechanicsburg is 9,720. The population has increased 8.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9,720 | 1.9% |
| 2023 | 9,535 | 1.4% |
| 2022 | 9,402 | 1.0% |
| 2021 | 9,310 | 3.7% |
| 2020 | 8,977 | -0.3% |
| 2019 | 9,006 | 0.2% |
| 2018 | 8,987 | -0.3% |
| 2017 | 9,016 | 0.3% |
| 2016 | 8,989 | 0.1% |
| 2015 | 8,984 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 8,971 | -0.1% |
| 2013 | 8,981 | 0.2% |
| 2012 | 8,966 | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 8,991 | 0.1% |
| 2010 | 8,981 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Mechanicsburg
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Mechanicsburg is:
87.9% White with 8,545 White residents.
1.5% African American with 144 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 1 American Indian residents.
2.3% Asian with 222 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
1.6% Other with 155 Other residents.
2.9% Two Or More with 282 Two Or More residents.
3.8% Hispanic with 371 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Mechanicsburg | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.9% | 73.0% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.5% | 10.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.3% | 3.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.9% | 3.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 3.8% | 8.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Mechanicsburg
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Mechanicsburg is 45.7% female with 4,444 female residents.
Mechanicsburg is 54.3% male with 5,275 male residents.
| Gender | Mechanicsburg | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.7% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 54.3% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Mechanicsburg for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Mechanicsburg completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Mechanicsburg | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
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1.5% of households in Mechanicsburg earn Less than $10,000.
1.0% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.9% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.7% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.5% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.7% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.2% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.5% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.2% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.8% of households in Mechanicsburg earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Mechanicsburg | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.5% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.0% | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.9% | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.7% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.5% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.7% | 15.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.2% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.5% | 17.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.2% | 9.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.8% | 11.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
