Tyrone, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Tyrone is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,421. Residents earn $55,568 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,421 Population 2,657/sq mi density
$55,568 Median Income $28,951 per capita
$122,000 Home Value
$788 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
185 Violent Crime/100K 2,724 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$55,568 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $788/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
185 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,568
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 185/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,421
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density2,657/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,568
Per Capita$28,951
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent185/100K
Property2,724/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault130/100K
Burglary315/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation1,002 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Tyrone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tyrone receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tyrone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tyrone is $55,568, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tyrone is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Tyrone is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,724 per 100,000, 39% above the national average.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tyrone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Tyrone has a population of 5,421 with a density of 2,657 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

5,421
Total Population
2,657
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tyrone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tyrone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tyrone is $55,568, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Tyrone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,568
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,951
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tyrone is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg
Median List Price$77,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$77,450
$/Sq Ft$51
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio90.7%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%

Health Metrics: Tyrone vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462
Tyrone has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,724 per 100,000 (39% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent185.3/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery55.6/100K
Assault129.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,723.7/100K
39% above US avg
Burglary315.0/100K
Theft2,408.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tyrone has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,002 ft (305 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density2,657/sq mi
Coordinates40.6765°N, 78.2460°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,657/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home4.3%

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