Turtle Creek, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Turtle Creek, PA
At a Glance
How Turtle Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Turtle Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Turtle Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Turtle Creek residents earn a median household income of $44,449 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,464. The unemployment rate stands at 13.5% (275% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% 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 Turtle Creek is $85,900 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $94,621. Median rent is $718/month, with 21.9% 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 1942.
Safety & Crime
Turtle Creek reports 21 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 41/100K.
Education
11.1% of adults in Turtle Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.