Burgettstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Burgettstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,376. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,376 Population 2,219/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $36,437 per capita
$140,800 Home Value $184,170 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $738/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,800
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,376
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density2,219/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$36,437
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,317M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,170

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,397/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary221/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation981 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Burgettstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burgettstown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Burgettstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burgettstown is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burgettstown is $140,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Burgettstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,397 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Burgettstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Burgettstown has a population of 1,376 with a density of 2,219 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

1,376
Total Population
2,219
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Burgettstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burgettstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burgettstown is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Burgettstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$64,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)618
County GDP$1,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare58
Retail56
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,093
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Burgettstown is $140,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,170.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,170

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% 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-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,093
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death11,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities58
Burgettstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,397 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,397.1/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary220.6/100K
Theft1,176.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson147.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Burgettstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,219/sq mi
Coordinates40.3813°N, 80.3926°W
County FIPS54009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,219/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants49
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home12.1%

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