Edgewood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Edgewood is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,202. Residents earn $44,671 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,202 Population 3,732/sq mi density
$44,671 Median Income $27,345 per capita
$85,300 Home Value
$671 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
258 Violent Crime/100K 6,194 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$44,671 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $671/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
258 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,671
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 258/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $671
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,202
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density3,732/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,671
Per Capita$27,345
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$671
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent258/100K
Property6,194/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault161/100K
Burglary516/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation940 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries72

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edgewood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $44,671, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgewood is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $671 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Edgewood is below the national average at 258 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,194 per 100,000, 216% above the national average.

Education

18.2% 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

Edgewood 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.

Edgewood has a population of 2,202 with a density of 3,732 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%).

Population

2,202
Total Population
3,732
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $44,671, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,671
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $671 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Median List Price$31,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$31,000
$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$671
42% 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-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate10.38%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Edgewood has a violent crime rate of 258 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,194 per 100,000 (216% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent258.1/100K
32% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery96.8/100K
Assault161.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,193.6/100K
216% above US avg
Burglary516.1/100K
Theft5,548.4/100K
Vehicle Theft129.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation940 ft (287 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,732/sq mi
Coordinates40.4313°N, 79.8840°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,732/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

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