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Coulter, PA

Pennsylvania · Allegheny County · Pittsburgh Metro

Coulter is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 293. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
293 Population 458/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $39,790 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density458/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$39,790
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden15.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation937 ft (286 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute33 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries72

Is Coulter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coulter receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Coulter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coulter is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coulter is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coulter 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Coulter has a population of 293 with a density of 458 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.4% Black. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%.

Population

293
Total Population
458
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Coulter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Coulter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coulter is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,790. The average weekly wage is $1,506. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 9.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Coulter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,790
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Coulter is $95,000, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $8,851 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 15.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate9.32%
Coulter experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 937 feet.

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 Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation937 ft (286 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density458/sq mi
Coordinates40.3001°N, 79.7941°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAllegheny County County
County FIPS42003

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in

Coulter has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.4").

Coulter is located in Allegheny County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 12.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 59.7% of the vote, a 20.3-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 72 public libraries serving the community. 4,791 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density458/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyAllegheny County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Coulter

What is the population of Coulter?

Coulter has a population of 293 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 458 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Coulter expensive to live in?

Coulter has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,000 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coulter?

Coulter has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Coulter?

Coulter has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,506. There are 36,316 business establishments in the area, including 3,345 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Coulter?

The median home value in Coulter is $95,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $8,851.

How are the schools in Coulter?

Schools in Coulter score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.4% of adults in Coulter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school.

What is transportation like in Coulter?

The average commute in Coulter is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Coulter?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Coulter is 97.3% White, 1.4% Black or African American. 8.6% of the population are military veterans.

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