Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Duquesne is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,186. Residents earn $41,208 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Duquesne receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Duquesne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Duquesne is $41,208, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Duquesne is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,425 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,276 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Duquesne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,208 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,261 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,506 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,625 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36,316 |
| County GDP | $132,892M |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Healthcare | 4,791 |
| Retail | 3,982 |
| Manufacturing | 940 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 15.39% |
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.5% |
| Census Median | $57,500 |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $57,094 |
| Median List Price | $89,500 |
| Median List Price | $89,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $122 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.7% |
| Price Drops | 35.7% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 15.39% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,412/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Total Violent | 1,425.2/100K |
| 275% above US avg | |
| Murder | 72.2/100K |
| 1045% above US avg | |
| Rape | 54.1/100K |
| Robbery | 342.8/100K |
| Assault | 956.2/100K |
| Total Property | 4,275.7/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,804.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,219.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 252.6/100K |
| Arson | 90.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 845 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3735°N, 79.8502°W |
| County FIPS | 42003 |
Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,849/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 72 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Retail Stores | 3,982 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Avg Commute | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.5% |