Farrell, PA

Pennsylvania

Farrell is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,239. Residents earn $40,405 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,239 Population 1,876/sq mi density
$40,405 Median Income $28,511 per capita
$76,200 Home Value $59,499 Zillow
$832 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,405 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,200 home value, $832/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,405
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $832
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.2%
111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,239
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,876/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,405
Per Capita$28,511
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$5,515M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,200
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$59,499

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation987 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute16 min
Libraries5

Is Farrell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farrell is $40,405, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.2% 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 Farrell is $76,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 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.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Farrell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Farrell has a population of 4,239 with a density of 1,876 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.7%), with 42.6% White.

Population

4,239
Total Population
1,876
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Farrell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farrell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farrell is $40,405, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Farrell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,405
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,511
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$62,842

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.2%
111% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,857
County GDP$5,515M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare407
Retail423
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,174
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Farrell is $76,200, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $59,499.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,200
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$59,499
Median List Price$27,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$27,900
$/Sq Ft$36
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio108.4%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% 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)$4,174
19% above US avg
Effective Rate5.48%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Premature Death10,603/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities407

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Farrell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation987 ft (301 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Coordinates41.2111°N, 80.4973°W
County FIPS42085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities407
Restaurants251
Retail Stores423

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Work from Home3.3%

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