Ambridge Heights, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ambridge Heights is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,394. Residents earn $72,574 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,394 Population 1,452/sq mi density
$72,574 Median Income $35,148 per capita
$163,800 Home Value
$597 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,574 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,800 home value, $597/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,574
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,394
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,452/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,574
Per Capita$35,148
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,800
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries11

Is Ambridge Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambridge Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ambridge Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ambridge Heights is $72,574, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ambridge Heights is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ambridge Heights 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.

Ambridge Heights has a population of 1,394 with a density of 1,452 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

1,394
Total Population
1,452
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambridge Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ambridge Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambridge Heights is $72,574, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ambridge Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,574
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below 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 Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ambridge Heights is $163,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,800
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%

Health Metrics: Ambridge Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Ambridge Heights 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

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,452/sq mi
Coordinates40.5928°N, 80.2141°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% 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+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,452/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home8.0%

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