Monessen, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Monessen, PA
At a Glance
How Monessen Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Monessen's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Monessen a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Monessen residents earn a median household income of $51,094 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,372. The unemployment rate stands at 7.4% (106% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Monessen is $87,100 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $86,608. Median rent is $678/month, with 27.6% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Monessen reports 1,063 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 180% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,022/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in Monessen hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Monessen has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.