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Star Junction, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County County
Star Junction, PA
At a Glance
How Star Junction Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Star Junction's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Star Junction a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Star Junction residents earn a median household income of $40,750 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,884. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,132 business establishments, including 780 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Star Junction is $137,000 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $169,007. Median rent is $754/month, with 15.0% 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 1945.
Safety & Crime
Star Junction reports 57 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 682/100K.
Education
4.6% of adults in Star Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Star Junction has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.