Jeannette, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Jeannette is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,719. Residents earn $49,558 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,719 Population 3,648/sq mi density
$49,558 Median Income $34,125 per capita
$106,600 Home Value $178,980 Zillow
$817 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
148 Violent Crime/100K 1,249 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,558 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,600 home value, $817/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
148 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,558
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,600
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 148/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,719
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density3,648/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,558
Per Capita$34,125
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,980

Crime

F
Violent148/100K
Property1,249/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault63/100K
Burglary349/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation1,096 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Libraries22

Is Jeannette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jeannette 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. Jeannette has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jeannette is $49,558, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jeannette is $106,600, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Jeannette is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,249 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jeannette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jeannette has a population of 8,719 with a density of 3,648 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 8.5% Black.

Population

8,719
Total Population
3,648
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeannette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jeannette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeannette is $49,558, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Jeannette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,558
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,125
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jeannette is $106,600, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,980.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,600
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,980
Median List Price$133,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$133,900
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory45

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,052

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.73%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Jeannette has a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,249 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent148.2/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery84.7/100K
Assault63.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,248.7/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary349.2/100K
Theft899.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jeannette has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density3,648/sq mi
Coordinates40.3278°N, 79.6139°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,648/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home6.0%

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