West Mifflin, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
West Mifflin, PA
At a Glance
How West Mifflin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Mifflin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Mifflin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Mifflin residents earn a median household income of $70,335 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,493. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% 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 West Mifflin is $131,400 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,033. Median rent is $748/month, with 26.6% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
West Mifflin reports 385 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,668/100K.
Education
24.2% of adults in West Mifflin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Mifflin 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.