Monongahela, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Monongahela is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,113. Residents earn $55,500 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,113 Population 2,153/sq mi density
$55,500 Median Income $33,624 per capita
$119,300 Home Value $144,194 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
190 Violent Crime/100K 3,056 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,500 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,300 home value, $817/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
190 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,500
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,300
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 190/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,113
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density2,153/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,500
Per Capita$33,624
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,194
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent190/100K
Property3,056/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault142/100K
Burglary877/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,057 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries72

Is Monongahela a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monongahela receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Monongahela offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monongahela is $55,500, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monongahela is $119,300, 58% 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 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Monongahela is below the national average at 190 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,056 per 100,000, 56% above the national average.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Monongahela experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Monongahela has a population of 4,113 with a density of 2,153 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

4,113
Total Population
2,153
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Monongahela vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monongahela vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monongahela is $55,500, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Monongahela vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,500
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,624
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Monongahela is $119,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,194.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,194
Median List Price$212,449

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$212,449
$/Sq Ft$69
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops36.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate7.42%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Monongahela has a violent crime rate of 190 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,056 per 100,000 (56% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent189.5/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery47.4/100K
Assault142.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,056.2/100K
56% above US avg
Burglary876.6/100K
Theft2,061.1/100K
Vehicle Theft118.5/100K
Arson23.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Monongahela 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 is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density2,153/sq mi
Coordinates40.1912°N, 79.9225°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,153/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home8.4%

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