Greensburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County County
Greensburg, PA
At a Glance
How Greensburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Greensburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Greensburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Greensburg residents earn a median household income of $62,977 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,632. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,132 business establishments, including 780 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Greensburg is $177,000 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,929. Median rent is $829/month, with 28.9% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Greensburg reports 269 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 641/100K.
Education
39.8% of adults in Greensburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 96.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Greensburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.