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Carmichaels, PA

Pennsylvania · Fayette County · Metropolitan Area

Carmichaels is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 422. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
422 Population 2,482/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $39,876 per capita
$122,400 Home Value $161,885 Zillow
$720 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $720/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population422
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density2,482/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$39,876
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,885
Housing Units215
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Carmichaels a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carmichaels receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Carmichaels offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carmichaels is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carmichaels is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Carmichaels 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carmichaels experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Carmichaels has a population of 422 with a density of 2,482 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

422
Total Population
2,482
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Carmichaels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carmichaels vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carmichaels is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Carmichaels vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,876
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Carmichaels is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,885.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,885

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.8%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
Carmichaels has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Carmichaels 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Carmichaels has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,482/sq mi
Coordinates39.8976°N, 79.9750°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFayette County County
County FIPS42051
Carmichaels is located in Fayette County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,482/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyFayette County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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