Montrose Manor, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Berks County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Montrose Manor based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
496
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,898
2023
Median Home Value
$188,200
2023
Median Rent
$1,598
2023
Median Age
53.8
Unemployment
6.6%
Cost of Living Index
126.8
100 = national avg
Montrose Manor is a city in Berks County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 496 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Montrose Manor is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Montrose Manor is $77,898, and the median home value is $188,200. The cost of living index is 126.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,598 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, and the median age is 53.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
496
Male
264
53.2%
Female
232
46.8%
Median Age
53.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.7%
High School or Higher
51.0%
Foreign Born
24.6%
Veterans
4.4%
Married
24.6%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.690
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
45.4%
Foreign Born
24.6%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.1%
55 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
496
English Only
73.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
64 speakers
Limited English
26.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
73.2%
Limited English Proficiency
26.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
22
4.4% of population
Disability Rate
59.1%
13 with disability
Unemployment Rate
59.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
22
100.0%
Disability Status
With Disability
13
Without Disability
9
Disability Rate
59.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
262
#1 Ancestry
German
37.9% (188)
#2 Ancestry
English
4.8% (24)
#3 Ancestry
Swiss
2.4% (12)
Top 8 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
229
Family Households
130
56.8%
Married Couples
43
18.8%
Non-Family Households
99
43.2%
Single Mother Households
45
19.7%
Single Father Households
42
18.3%
Living Alone
76
33.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
43
In Married Couple
0
0.0%
With Single Mother
34
79.1%
With Single Father
9
20.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$90,341
Married Couple Income
$78,295
Single Mother Income
$135,491
Single Father Income
$90,114
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,898
+6% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,366
-5% vs national
Poverty Rate
3.6%
-73% vs national
Gini Index
0.3007
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.6%
+26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
26.2%
of households
How Montrose Manor Compares
Montrose Manor vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Montrose Manor is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Montrose Manor, PA has a median household income of $77,898, making it the 9,507th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher median household income than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Montrose Manor, PA has a per capita income of $35,366, making it the 11,913th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher per capita income than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Montrose Manor, PA has a poverty rate of 3.6%, making it the 25,671st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher poverty rate than 18% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Montrose Manor, PA has a unemployment rate of 6.6%, making it the 8,086th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher unemployment rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
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Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
+29% vs PA avg
Labor Force
287
Employed
242
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
53.8
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Reading, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
126.8
100 = national avg
+26.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,803
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,898
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,237
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,575
per month
The median household income in Montrose Manor, PA is $77,898, which is 6.4% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,366. The poverty rate of 3.6% is lower than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3007, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 287. 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 80.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 126.8, which is 26.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,803 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median List Price
$425,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Days on Market
10
Active Inventory
1
Months of Supply
1.0
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
88.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
1
Pending Sales
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$175
Median List $/SF
$149
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Montrose Manor, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Reading, PA metro area, home prices have risen 379.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 98.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 102.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 62.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 13.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Reading, PA housing market rather than Montrose Manor alone.
Metro area: Reading, PA
Montrose Manor vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Montrose Manor is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Montrose Manor, PA has a median home value of $188,200, making it the 13,158th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher median home value than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Montrose Manor, PA has a median rent of $1,598, making it the 3,558th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher median rent than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Montrose Manor, PA has a price per square foot of $175, making it the 10,150th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher price per square foot than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Montrose Manor, PA has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,725th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Montrose Manor has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$188,200
Median Rent
$1,598
Total Housing Units
229
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Owner Occupied
80.3%
Renter Occupied
19.6%
Median Property Tax
$3,357
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,148
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,357
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.78%
of home value
Median Home Value
$188,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,456
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,357) by the median home value ($188,200). In Montrose Manor, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.78%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Montrose Manor, PA is $200,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 10 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $175. The median rent is $1,598 per month (Census ACS). About 80.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1956. There are 229 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,357. The effective tax rate is 1.78%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Montrose Manor. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
92.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
92.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
48.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
85.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
23
Public Assistance
$20.6M
Individual Assistance
$5.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $18.1M | $4.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $1.8M | $684K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $287K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | — |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $638K | — |
| Tropical Storm Allison → | Severe Storm | Jun 2001 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes,and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1975 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 25 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,312
Total Claims Paid
$23,645,923
Avg Claim Payout
$18,023
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$500,102
Properties Protected
9
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.55
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $449,622 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $44,974 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 1 | $5,506 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Montrose Manor has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, strong wind, lightning. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (7 declarations). 1,312 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $20,614,507 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,459,388 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Montrose Manor has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.5 mi
Surgical Institute Of Reading
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Institute Of Reading | 2.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Reading Hospital | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern Pennsylvania | 4.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wernersville State Hospital | 5.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Penn State Health St. Joseph | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
80.7%
+3% vs national
Public Transit
16.7%
+1752% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
0.0%
Walk
2.6%
How Montrose Manor's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Montrose Manor, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 80.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. Public transit is used by 16.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 2.6% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
69.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
59.0%
of households
No Internet
27.1%
of households
Total Households
229
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.1%
of households
Smartphone
73.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
62.9%
of households
Tablet
65.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs Under 10,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Montrose Manor vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
69.9% of households in Montrose Manor have broadband internet access. 59.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 27.1% of households have no internet access. 17.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Montrose Manor is located in Berks County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Montrose Manor.
Election Overview
Source: Berks County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
91,125
43.4%
GOP Votes
116,677
55.6%
Total Votes
209,838
Margin
R+12.2%
Shift from 2020
R+4.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 91,125 | 116,677 | 209,838 | 43.4% | 55.6% | R+12.2 |
| 2020 | 92,895 | 109,736 | 205,540 | 45.2% | 53.4% | R+8.2 |
| 2016 | 75,169 | 93,094 | 175,934 | 42.7% | 52.9% | R+10.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Berks County recorded 209,838 total votes. Republicans won the county with 55.6% of the vote compared to 43.4% for Democrats, a margin of R+12.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Berks County has shifted 2.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
20
Total Population
308,411
Avg Median Income
$79,391
Avg Home Value
-$33,121,973
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17507 | 183 | $75,673 | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 17517 | 15,045 | $99,688 | $281,200 | $1,229 | 35.5 |
| 17569 | 7,136 | $92,480 | $266,100 | $1,074 | 16.6 |
| 19501 | 950 | $80,000 | $226,700 | $1,023 | 1.0 |
| 19508 | 15,066 | $83,409 | $242,100 | $1,108 | 40.7 |
| 19533 | 8,823 | $94,038 | $263,300 | $1,027 | 17.3 |
| 19540 | 11,705 | $96,066 | $290,500 | $999 | 35.2 |
| 19551 | 4,578 | $87,932 | $248,800 | $1,006 | 25.3 |
| 19560 | 9,544 | $76,945 | $176,800 | $1,566 | 9.3 |
| 19565 | 8,744 | $80,881 | $262,900 | $1,283 | 18.0 |
| 19601 | 36,493 | $41,133 | $110,700 | $986 | 3.8 |
| 19602 | 18,001 | $38,179 | $73,000 | $978 | 2.0 |
| 19604 | 29,408 | $52,863 | $110,800 | $1,100 | 2.5 |
| 19605 | 20,916 | $85,775 | $218,500 | $1,310 | 17.6 |
| 19606 | 36,097 | $81,872 | $229,400 | $1,282 | 26.6 |
| 19607 | 24,332 | $80,550 | $210,800 | $1,283 | 11.2 |
| 19608 | 23,986 | $112,169 | $311,600 | $1,485 | 26.3 |
| 19609 | 10,003 | $80,748 | $222,000 | $1,307 | 2.3 |
| 19610 | 16,231 | $91,034 | $320,100 | $1,669 | 7.1 |
| 19611 | 11,170 | $56,379 | $161,900 | $1,098 | 2.0 |
Montrose Manor, PA has 20 ZIP codes with a combined population of 308,411. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $79,391. The average median home value is -$33,121,973. The average median monthly rent is -$33,332,193.
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