Canonsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Canonsburg is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 9,682. Residents earn $80,581 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
9,682 Population 4,191/sq mi density
$80,581 Median Income $39,468 per capita
$192,100 Home Value $352,948 Zillow
$964 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
145 Violent Crime/100K 447 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$80,581 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,100 home value, $964/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,581
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,100
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 145/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $964
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,682
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density4,191/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,581
Per Capita$39,468
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,100
Rent$964
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$352,948

Crime

F
Violent145/100K
Property447/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault123/100K
Burglary112/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,049 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute24 min
EV Stations3
Libraries14

Is Canonsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canonsburg 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 above-average unemployment. Canonsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canonsburg is $80,581, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canonsburg is $192,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $964 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

Canonsburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 447 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Canonsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Canonsburg has a population of 9,682 with a density of 4,191 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 4.4% Black.

Population

9,682
Total Population
4,191
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Canonsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canonsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canonsburg is $80,581, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Canonsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,581
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,468
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Canonsburg is $192,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $964 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,948.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,100
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$352,948
Median List Price$179,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$179,000
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops22.5%
Inventory40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$964
17% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,578

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711
Canonsburg has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 447 per 100,000 (77% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.2/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery22.3/100K
Assault122.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property446.8/100K
77% below US avg
Burglary111.7/100K
Theft335.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Canonsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density4,191/sq mi
Coordinates40.2642°N, 80.1868°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,191/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home19.9%

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