Ebensburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Ebensburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,381. Residents earn $55,735 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,381 Population 2,013/sq mi density
$55,735 Median Income $44,760 per capita
$157,500 Home Value $202,018 Zillow
$855 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
31 Violent Crime/100K 2,308 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,735 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value, $855/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
31 violent crimes/100K (92% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,735
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 31/100K
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,381
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density2,013/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,735
Per Capita$44,760
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,018

Crime

F
Violent31/100K
Property2,308/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary769/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation2,150 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Ebensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ebensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ebensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ebensburg is $55,735, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ebensburg is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ebensburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 31 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,308 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ebensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ebensburg has a population of 3,381 with a density of 2,013 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

3,381
Total Population
2,013
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ebensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ebensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ebensburg is $55,735, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ebensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,735
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,760
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below 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
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ebensburg is $157,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,018.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,018

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$90
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%

Health Metrics: Ebensburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Premature Death10,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities471
Ebensburg has a violent crime rate of 31 per 100,000 residents, 92% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,308 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Ebensburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent30.8/100K
92% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,307.7/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary769.2/100K
Theft1,446.2/100K
Vehicle Theft92.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ebensburg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,150 ft (655 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density2,013/sq mi
Coordinates40.4881°N, 78.7265°W
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,013/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home14.2%

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