Apartments for rent in Milford, PA

Milford, a small town in Pennsylvania, has a population of slightly more than 1,000. Retirees are a common sight, as they account for 29% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults account for a smaller percentage of the town. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just over 49, skews decidedly older than most cities in Pennsylvania. The majority of Milford residents own their homes, and 45% of residents rent. At $942 per month, the average rent is roughly equal to the state average.

Milford has an average commute time of about 33 minutes, slower than the state average of about 28 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 37% of residents, while public transportation isn't used widely. Few residents (3%) commute to work on foot, though the number surpasses the national average.

Compared to the national average (7%), Milford has a relatively high concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 8% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Further, 11% possess a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Milford: retail, healthcare, and construction. Together, these industries make up 24% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the town's workers are in sales, as 11% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. Milford workers bring in an average annual income of around $67,000, slightly more than the average Pennsylvania resident. Milford, however, compares less favorably to the national average ($73,345).