Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Ambridge is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,912. Residents earn $50,978 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ambridge receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ambridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ambridge is $50,978, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Ambridge is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,486 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 3,780 per 100,000, 93% above the national average.
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Ambridge 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.
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,978 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,407 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,131 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,750 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,586 |
| County GDP | $8,033M |
| Restaurants | 311 |
| Healthcare | 472 |
| Retail | 475 |
| Manufacturing | 159 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,587 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.94% |
| Commute Time | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,928 |
| Median List Price | $245,000 |
| Median List Price | $245,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $109 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.8% |
| Price Drops | 24.0% |
| Inventory | 25 |
| Census Median Rent | $910 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $905 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,587 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.94% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,406/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 472 |
| Total Violent | 1,486.1/100K |
| 291% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 14.4/100K |
| Robbery | 173.1/100K |
| Assault | 1,298.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,780.1/100K |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 649.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,986.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 144.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 759 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,639/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5916°N, 80.2269°W |
| County FIPS | 42007 |
Winner: Republican by 20.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.8% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,639/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 472 |
| Restaurants | 311 |
| Retail Stores | 475 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |