Glenshaw, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Glenshaw is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 9,194. Residents earn $91,219 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
9,194 Population 2,937/sq mi density
$91,219 Median Income $49,323 per capita
$241,300 Home Value
$948 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$91,219 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,300 home value, $948/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,219
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,300
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.9%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $948
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,194
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density2,937/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,219
Per Capita$49,323
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,300
Rent$948
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.9%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Libraries72

Is Glenshaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenshaw receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Glenshaw stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenshaw is $91,219, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenshaw is $241,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Glenshaw is a highly educated community — 51.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenshaw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Glenshaw has a population of 9,194 with a density of 2,937 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

9,194
Total Population
2,937
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenshaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenshaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenshaw is $91,219, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Glenshaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,219
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,323
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below 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 Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenshaw is $241,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $948 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,300
14% below US avg
Median List Price$224,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$224,950
$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$948
18% 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-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Glenshaw has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density2,937/sq mi
Coordinates40.5391°N, 79.9735°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above 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+51.9%
54% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,937/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home18.0%

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