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Shippingport, PA

Pennsylvania · Beaver County · Pittsburgh Metro

Shippingport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 174. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
174 Population 51/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $38,402 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$1,313 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
51°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
3.9 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $1,313/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$38,402
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden13.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,951/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary488/100K

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation836 ft (255 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries11

Is Shippingport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shippingport receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Shippingport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shippingport is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shippingport is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shippingport is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,951 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shippingport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shippingport has a population of 174 with a density of 51 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.2% female and 44.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

174
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shippingport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shippingport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shippingport is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,402. The average weekly wage is $1,131, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,586 business establishments, including 311 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shippingport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,402
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% 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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shippingport is $137,500, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 111 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $5,587 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 13.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
Shippingport has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,951 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,463, burglary at 488, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shippingport receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,951.2/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary487.8/100K
Theft1,463.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Shippingport experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 836 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation836 ft (255 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates40.6251°N, 80.4159°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBeaver County County
County FIPS42007

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.9 in

Shippingport has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 28°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

Shippingport is located in Beaver County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 9.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 20.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 472 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 99% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi
CountyBeaver County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shippingport

What is the population of Shippingport?

Shippingport has a population of 174 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.2% female and 44.8% male.

Is Shippingport expensive to live in?

Shippingport has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $137,500 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Shippingport safe?

Shippingport is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,951 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Shippingport receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shippingport?

Shippingport has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Shippingport?

The job market in Shippingport is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,131. There are 3,586 business establishments in the area, including 311 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shippingport?

The median home value in Shippingport is $137,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,313. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,587.

How are the schools in Shippingport?

Schools in Shippingport score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.2% of adults in Shippingport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Shippingport?

The average commute in Shippingport is 30 minutes. 99% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shippingport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shippingport is 98.3% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 22.0% of residents have a disability. 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

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