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East Conemaugh, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Conemaugh is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 972. Residents earn $44,444 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
972 Population 3,471/sq mi density
$44,444 Median Income $21,779 per capita
$44,000 Home Value
$783 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$44,444 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,000 home value, $783/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,444
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population972
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density3,471/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,444
Per Capita$21,779
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,000
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units561
Rent Burden24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute16 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries14

Is East Conemaugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Conemaugh receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. East Conemaugh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Conemaugh is $44,444, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Conemaugh is $44,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Conemaugh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Conemaugh has a population of 972 with a density of 3,471 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

972
Total Population
3,471
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Conemaugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Conemaugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Conemaugh is $44,444, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: East Conemaugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,444
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,779
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in East Conemaugh is $44,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,000
84% below US avg
Median List Price$25,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$25,000
$/Sq Ft$36
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.5%
Housing Units561
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate10.57%
East Conemaugh has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density3,471/sq mi
Coordinates40.3476°N, 78.8861°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,471/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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