Beaver Falls, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Beaver County County
Beaver Falls, PA
At a Glance
How Beaver Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beaver Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beaver Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beaver Falls residents earn a median household income of $48,462 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,693. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,586 business establishments, including 311 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beaver Falls is $92,900 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $203,064. Median rent is $740/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Beaver Falls reports 197 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,129/100K.
Education
20.5% of adults in Beaver Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beaver Falls has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.