North Charleroi, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

North Charleroi is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,488. Residents earn $43,981 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,488 Population 5,723/sq mi density
$43,981 Median Income $27,539 per capita
$86,400 Home Value
$553 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,981 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $553/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,981
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $553
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,488
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density5,723/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,981
Per Capita$27,539
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$553
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation891 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute21 min
Libraries72

Is North Charleroi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Charleroi receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. North Charleroi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Charleroi is $43,981, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Charleroi is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $553 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North Charleroi 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.

North Charleroi has a population of 1,488 with a density of 5,723 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

1,488
Total Population
5,723
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

North Charleroi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Charleroi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Charleroi is $43,981, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: North Charleroi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,981
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,539
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% 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 Rate10.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North Charleroi is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $553 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$553
52% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate10.24%

Health Metrics: North Charleroi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

North Charleroi 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

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density5,723/sq mi
Coordinates40.1504°N, 79.9081°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% 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+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,723/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

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