Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
McKees Rocks is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,827. Residents earn $33,510 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, McKees Rocks receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. McKees Rocks has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in McKees Rocks is $33,510, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in McKees Rocks is $70,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,336 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,617 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
McKees Rocks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,510 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,198 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,391 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,970 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.6% |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,697 |
| County GDP | $18,672M |
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Healthcare | 711 |
| Retail | 630 |
| Manufacturing | 226 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,523 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.27% |
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $70,400 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,758 |
| Median List Price | $52,500 |
| Median List Price | $52,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $49 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.5% |
| Price Drops | 29.6% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $933 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,429 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,523 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.27% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,243/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 711 |
| Total Violent | 1,335.5/100K |
| 251% above US avg | |
| Murder | 16.5/100K |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Rape | 33.0/100K |
| Robbery | 676.0/100K |
| Assault | 610.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,616.7/100K |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,385.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,918.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 313.3/100K |
| Arson | 82.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 44.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,497/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4690°N, 80.0633°W |
| County FIPS | 42125 |
Winner: Republican by 25.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 5,497/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 711 |
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Retail Stores | 630 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |