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Lower Burrell, PA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

John J.

Cost of living reality check -Lower Burrell

So, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 11,659, Lower Burrell is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 11,659 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and ...

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John J.

Moving from Austin to Lower Burrell next month

Hello, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $189,700, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do?

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Eleanor Foster

Best areas to explore in Lower Burrell?

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider -Lower Burrell sits at 144.4 per 100K. Poverty rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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andrew_girl

What to expect moving to Lower Burrell?

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Lower Burrell sits at 144.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Would love some local perspective. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wor...

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Stella Morris

Best and worst neighborhoods in Lower Burrell

My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $876 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not pe...

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Stella Morris

Rent in Lower Burrell getting crazy

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $81,860 in Lower Burrell. You can expect to pay around $876 for rent here. Rent is about $876/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $189,700, which is actually reasonable. Traffic can be rough du...

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Kinsley H.

Best coffee shops in Lower Burrell?

So, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $81,860 in Lower Burrell. You can expect to pay around $876 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs?

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Stella Morris

Most overrated things about Lower Burrell

I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $81,860, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a small town city with about 11,659 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong her...

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Steven C.

Best neighborhoods in Lower Burrell

Curious what people think. Median household income is $81,860, which feels pretty solid for the area.

3 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
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