Tarentum, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Tarentum, PA
At a Glance
How Tarentum Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tarentum's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tarentum a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tarentum residents earn a median household income of $42,453 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,019. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tarentum is $76,200 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $153,220. Median rent is $732/month, with 26.3% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Tarentum reports 180 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,121/100K.
Education
23.8% of adults in Tarentum hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tarentum has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.