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Creekside, PA

Pennsylvania · Indiana County

Creekside is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 359. Residents earn $50,893 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
359 Population 1,632/sq mi density
$50,893 Median Income $26,421 per capita
$67,200 Home Value $154,041 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,893 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,200 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,893
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,200
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,632/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,893
Per Capita$26,421
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,041
Housing Units135
Rent Burden18.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.6%
Libraries3

Is Creekside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creekside receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Creekside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Creekside is $50,893, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Creekside is $67,200, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Creekside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 45.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Creekside has a population of 359 with a density of 1,632 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

359
Total Population
1,632
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Creekside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Creekside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creekside is $50,893, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Creekside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,893
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,921
County GDP$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare249
Retail276
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Creekside is $67,200, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,200
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Rate7.56%
Creekside has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall45.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Coordinates40.6819°N, 79.1936°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyIndiana County County
County FIPS42063
Creekside is located in Indiana County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyIndiana County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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