Cresson, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cambria County County
Cresson, PA
At a Glance
How Cresson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cresson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cresson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cresson residents earn a median household income of $57,841 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,716. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cresson is $119,500 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $135,163. Median rent is $675/month, with 26.1% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Cresson reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 68/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Cresson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cresson has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.