Pitcairn, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Pitcairn is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,065. Residents earn $34,400 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,065 Population 6,010/sq mi density
$34,400 Median Income $23,017 per capita
$68,600 Home Value $85,176 Zillow
$765 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
886 Violent Crime/100K 3,880 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,400 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,600 home value, $765/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
886 violent crimes/100K (133% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,400
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,600
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 886/100K
133% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,065
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density6,010/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,400
Per Capita$23,017
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,600
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$85,176

Crime

F
Violent886/100K
Property3,880/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault794/100K
Burglary1,069/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation934 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries72

Is Pitcairn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pitcairn receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pitcairn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pitcairn is $34,400, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pitcairn is $68,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 886 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,880 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pitcairn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pitcairn has a population of 3,065 with a density of 6,010 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 31.4% Black.

Population

3,065
Total Population
6,010
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pitcairn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pitcairn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pitcairn is $34,400, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pitcairn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,400
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above 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 Rate12.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pitcairn is $68,600, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $85,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,600
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$85,176
Median List Price$97,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$97,500
$/Sq Ft$57
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% 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-Occupied35.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate12.90%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Pitcairn has a violent crime rate of 886 per 100,000 residents, 133% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,880 per 100,000 (98% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent886.0/100K
133% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery91.7/100K
Assault794.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,880.2/100K
98% above US avg
Burglary1,069.4/100K
Theft2,719.2/100K
Vehicle Theft91.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pitcairn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation934 ft (285 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density6,010/sq mi
Coordinates40.4078°N, 79.7764°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% 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+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,010/sq mi
Total Area0.5 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 Commute27.2 min
Work from Home8.5%

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