Trafford, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Trafford, PA
At a Glance
How Trafford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Trafford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Trafford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Trafford residents earn a median household income of $62,874 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,359. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.1% 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 Trafford is $143,200 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $247,683. Median rent is $1,010/month, with 34.2% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Trafford reports 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 714/100K.
Education
29.2% of adults in Trafford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Trafford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.