Turtle Creek, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Turtle Creek is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,046. Residents earn $44,449 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,046 Population 5,202/sq mi density
$44,449 Median Income $24,464 per capita
$85,900 Home Value $97,204 Zillow
$718 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
94 Violent Crime/100K 113 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$44,449 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,900 home value, $718/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
94 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,449
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,900
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 94/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,046
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density5,202/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,449
Per Capita$24,464
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,900
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,204

Crime

F
Violent94/100K
Property113/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary19/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation874 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries72

Is Turtle Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turtle Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Turtle Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turtle Creek is $44,449, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turtle Creek is $85,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Turtle Creek is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 113 per 100,000, 94% below the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Turtle Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Turtle Creek has a population of 5,046 with a density of 5,202 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.3%), with 24.8% Black.

Population

5,046
Total Population
5,202
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Turtle Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Turtle Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turtle Creek is $44,449, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Turtle Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,449
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Turtle Creek is $85,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,204.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,900
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,204
Median List Price$126,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$126,500
$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,182

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate10.30%

Health Metrics: Turtle Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Turtle Creek has a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 113 per 100,000 (94% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent94.1/100K
75% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery18.8/100K
Assault75.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property112.9/100K
94% below US avg
Burglary18.8/100K
Theft75.3/100K
Vehicle Theft18.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Turtle Creek has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation874 ft (266 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density5,202/sq mi
Coordinates40.4086°N, 79.8215°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,202/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

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