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Strabane, PA

Pennsylvania · Washington County · Metropolitan Area

Strabane is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 569. Residents earn $53,775 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
569 Population 1,778/sq mi density
$53,775 Median Income $30,589 per capita
$169,800 Home Value $175,368 Zillow
$807 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,775 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$169,800 home value, $807/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,775
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $807
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,778/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,775
Per Capita$30,589
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,800
Rent$807
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,368
Rent Burden18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries14

Is Strabane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strabane receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Strabane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strabane is $53,775, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strabane is $169,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Strabane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Strabane has a population of 569 with a density of 1,778 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.4% female and 46.6% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%). 10.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%.

Population

569
Total Population
1,778
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Strabane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Strabane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strabane is $53,775, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,589 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,391. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,697 business establishments, including 436 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 25.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Strabane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,775
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,589
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Strabane is $169,800, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,368. Monthly rent averages $807 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $6,523 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 18.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,368

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$807
31% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
Strabane experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°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 41.3 inches. The area receives 31.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,052 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,778/sq mi
Coordinates40.2504°N, 80.1985°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWashington County County
County FIPS42125
Strabane is located in Washington County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 35.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.4% of the vote, a 25.5-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet access. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 711 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,778/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyWashington County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%

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