Latrobe, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Latrobe is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,002. Residents earn $55,168 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,002 Population 3,449/sq mi density
$55,168 Median Income $37,442 per capita
$140,600 Home Value $205,937 Zillow
$761 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
135 Violent Crime/100K 1,911 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,168 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $761/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
135 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,168
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,600
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 135/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $761
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,002
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density3,449/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,168
Per Capita$37,442
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$761
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,937

Crime

F
Violent135/100K
Property1,911/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault135/100K
Burglary208/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation988 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute19 min
EV Stations3
Libraries22

Is Latrobe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latrobe is $55,168, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latrobe is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $761 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Latrobe is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,911 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Latrobe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Latrobe has a population of 8,002 with a density of 3,449 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

8,002
Total Population
3,449
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Latrobe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Latrobe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latrobe is $55,168, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Latrobe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,168
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,442
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below 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 Rate4.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Latrobe is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $761 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,937.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,937
Median List Price$144,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$144,900
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops11.5%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$761
35% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$951

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.34%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Latrobe has a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,911 per 100,000 (2% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent134.8/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault134.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,911.3/100K
2% below US avg
Burglary208.3/100K
Theft1,690.8/100K
Vehicle Theft12.3/100K
Arson12.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Latrobe 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 is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density3,449/sq mi
Coordinates40.3124°N, 79.3826°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% 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+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,449/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
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 Commute18.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

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