Aliquippa, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Aliquippa is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 9,146. Residents earn $51,050 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
9,146 Population 2,183/sq mi density
$51,050 Median Income $30,119 per capita
$96,800 Home Value $193,853 Zillow
$720 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
635 Violent Crime/100K 1,669 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,050 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,800 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
635 violent crimes/100K (67% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,050
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,800
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 635/100K
67% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

How Aliquippa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,146
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density2,183/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,050
Per Capita$30,119
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,800
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,853

Crime

F
Violent635/100K
Property1,669/100K
Murder10.8/100K
Assault517/100K
Burglary560/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation914 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Libraries11

Is Aliquippa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aliquippa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Aliquippa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aliquippa is $51,050, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aliquippa is $96,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 635 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,669 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Aliquippa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Aliquippa has a population of 9,146 with a density of 2,183 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.2%), with 37.2% Black.

Population

9,146
Total Population
2,183
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Aliquippa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aliquippa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aliquippa is $51,050, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Aliquippa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,050
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,119
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Aliquippa is $96,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,853.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,853
Median List Price$162,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$162,750
$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops31.0%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,338

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate5.77%

Health Metrics: Aliquippa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472
Aliquippa has a violent crime rate of 635 per 100,000 residents, 67% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,669 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 10.8 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Aliquippa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent635.2/100K
67% above US avg
Murder10.8/100K
71% above US avg
Rape21.5/100K
Robbery86.1/100K
Assault516.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,668.8/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary559.9/100K
Theft1,012.1/100K
Vehicle Theft96.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Aliquippa has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation914 ft (279 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density2,183/sq mi
Coordinates40.6158°N, 80.2552°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,183/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home14.1%

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