Sewickley, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Sewickley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,850. Residents earn $94,828 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,850 Population 3,850/sq mi density
$94,828 Median Income $64,820 per capita
$449,700 Home Value $490,293 Zillow
$961 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
68 Violent Crime/100K 1,356 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$94,828 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$449,700 home value, $961/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,828
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $449,700
60% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 68/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.1%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,850
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density3,850/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,828
Per Capita$64,820
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$449,700
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$490,293

Crime

F
Violent68/100K
Property1,356/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault68/100K
Burglary226/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation770 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.1%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries11

Is Sewickley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sewickley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sewickley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sewickley is $94,828, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sewickley is $449,700, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Sewickley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,356 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

Sewickley is a highly educated community — 60.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sewickley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sewickley has a population of 3,850 with a density of 3,850 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

3,850
Total Population
3,850
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sewickley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sewickley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sewickley is $94,828, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sewickley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,828
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,820
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sewickley is $449,700, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $490,293.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$449,700
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$490,293
Median List Price$282,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$282,500
$/Sq Ft$368
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,778

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472
Sewickley has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,356 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent67.8/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault67.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,355.6/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary225.9/100K
Theft1,129.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sewickley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation770 ft (235 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,850/sq mi
Coordinates40.5397°N, 80.1789°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 60.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.1%
78% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,850/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home29.7%

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