Crafton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Crafton is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,995. Residents earn $71,458 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,995 Population 5,259/sq mi density
$71,458 Median Income $47,721 per capita
$193,600 Home Value $202,857 Zillow
$1,006 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
298 Violent Crime/100K 2,540 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$71,458 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,600 home value, $1,006/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
298 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,458
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,600
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 298/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,006
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,995
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density5,259/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,458
Per Capita$47,721
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,600
Rent$1,006
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,857

Crime

F
Violent298/100K
Property2,540/100K
Murder15.7/100K
Assault204/100K
Burglary172/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation965 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Libraries14

Is Crafton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crafton 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. Crafton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crafton is $71,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crafton is $193,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,006 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Crafton is below the national average at 298 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,540 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crafton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Crafton has a population of 5,995 with a density of 5,259 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 8.1% Black.

Population

5,995
Total Population
5,259
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Crafton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crafton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crafton is $71,458, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Crafton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,458
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% 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 Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Crafton is $193,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,006 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,857
Median List Price$235,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$235,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.4%
Price Drops20.8%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,006
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,038

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711
Crafton has a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,540 per 100,000 (30% above US avg). The murder rate is 15.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent298.0/100K
22% below US avg
Murder15.7/100K
149% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery78.4/100K
Assault203.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,540.4/100K
30% above US avg
Burglary172.5/100K
Theft2,352.2/100K
Vehicle Theft15.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crafton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density5,259/sq mi
Coordinates40.4333°N, 80.0711°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% 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+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,259/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home17.8%

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