Clairton, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Clairton, PA
At a Glance
How Clairton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clairton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clairton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clairton residents earn a median household income of $39,884 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,457. The unemployment rate stands at 9.5% (164% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clairton is $59,100 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,746. Median rent is $932/month, with 46.3% 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
Clairton reports 425 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,191/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in Clairton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clairton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.