Glassport, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Glassport, PA
At a Glance
How Glassport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Glassport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Glassport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Glassport residents earn a median household income of $45,354 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,995. The unemployment rate stands at 12.9% (258% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glassport is $82,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $94,598. Median rent is $844/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Glassport reports 306 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,412/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Glassport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glassport 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 totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.