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Saltsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County · Metropolitan Area

Saltsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 703. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
703 Population 3,348/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $35,795 per capita
$159,700 Home Value $158,832 Zillow
$789 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,700 home value, $789/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population703
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density3,348/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$35,795
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,700
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,832
Housing Units371
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation946 ft (288 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute36 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries22

Is Saltsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saltsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Saltsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saltsburg is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saltsburg is $159,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saltsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saltsburg has a population of 703 with a density of 3,348 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%).

Population

703
Total Population
3,348
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Saltsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saltsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saltsburg is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Saltsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,795
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saltsburg is $159,700, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,832.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,700
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,832

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.4%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.9%
Housing Units371
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
Saltsburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,348/sq mi
Coordinates40.4846°N, 79.4482°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWestmoreland County County
County FIPS42129
Saltsburg is located in Westmoreland County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,348/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyWestmoreland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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