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Crucible, PA

Pennsylvania · Fayette County · Metropolitan Area

Crucible is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 539.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
539 Population 469/sq mi density
$55,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $55,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population539
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,946
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$5,442M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$55,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units216
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+75.9%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute35 min
Broadband98.1%
Libraries4

Is Crucible a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crucible receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Crucible offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crucible is $55,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crucible 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Crucible has a population of 539 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

539
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crucible vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crucible vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crucible is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Crucible vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,946
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$60,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,734
County GDP$5,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare418
Retail419
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crucible is $55,300, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,300
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate7.69%
Crucible has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

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 Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates39.9479°N, 79.9666°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFayette County County
County FIPS42051
Crucible is located in Fayette County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 98.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+75.9%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyFayette County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities418
Restaurants253
Retail Stores419

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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