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Petersburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Petersburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 343. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
343 Population 1,039/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $33,644 per capita
$104,900 Home Value $196,071 Zillow
$855 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,900 home value, $855/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density1,039/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans17.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$33,644
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,900
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,071
Housing Units160
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband89.5%
Libraries8

Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Petersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petersburg is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petersburg is $104,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Petersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Petersburg has a population of 343 with a density of 1,039 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

343
Total Population
1,039
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Petersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Petersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petersburg is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Petersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,644
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Petersburg is $104,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,071.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,071

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,039/sq mi
Coordinates40.5726°N, 78.0506°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,039/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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