Petersburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Blair County County
Petersburg, PA
At a Glance
How Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Petersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Petersburg residents earn a median household income of $71,250 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,644. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,430 business establishments, including 305 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Petersburg is $104,900 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,250. Median rent is $855/month, with 22.5% 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 1938.
Education
3.6% of adults in Petersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.