Charleroi, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Charleroi is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,203. Residents earn $43,487 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,203 Population 5,530/sq mi density
$43,487 Median Income $24,564 per capita
$56,200 Home Value $88,164 Zillow
$845 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$43,487 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,200 home value, $845/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,487
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,200
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,203
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density5,530/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,487
Per Capita$24,564
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,200
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,164

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation804 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Libraries72

Is Charleroi a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charleroi is $43,487, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Charleroi is $56,200, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Charleroi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Charleroi has a population of 4,203 with a density of 5,530 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 12.1% Black.

Population

4,203
Total Population
5,530
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Charleroi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Charleroi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charleroi is $43,487, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Charleroi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,487
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,564
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate15.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Charleroi is $56,200, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,200
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,164

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% 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-Occupied47.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate15.75%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Charleroi has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation804 ft (245 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density5,530/sq mi
Coordinates40.1379°N, 79.8998°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,530/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

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