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Clairton

Clairton, located along the Monongahela River in the southern part of Allegheny County, is a community with a deep industrial heritage. Known historically for its steel production, Clairton is home to the largest coke manufacturing facility in the U.S., which continues to play a vital role in the local economy. The borough has a strong sense of community pride and is undergoing efforts to revitalize key areas. With access to nearby parks, trails, and the riverfront, Clairton offers a blend of industrial history and natural beauty, making it a community with unique character and opportunities for growth.

Things to see and do

Summer Concert Series

The city of Clairton hosts a Summer Concert Series at Clairton Park Lodge featuring local and regional artists representing a wide range of genres from oldies to reggae.

Community Data

All data is from US Census ACS 2022 5-year estimates unless otherwise noted

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Population

6,182

Households

2,747

Median Household Income

$25,125

This is nearly the same as the median of $29K for AT communities and lower than the median for the county of just under $50K

Per Capita Income

$41,301

This is lower than the average of $45K for AT communities and lower than the county average of $75K

Median Age

41

This is slightly older as the median age of 38 among AT communities and the same as the median age of 41 for the county

Residents Age 65+

22%

This is slightly higher than average among AT communities and about the same as the county average of 21%

Foreign-born Pop.

5%

This is slightly higher than the average of 4% for AT communities and lower than the county average of 7%

Housing

Total Housing Units

3,699

Median Home Value

$54,900

This is much lower than the median of $107K for AT communities and much lower than the county median of $232K

Vacant Homes

26%

This is much higher than average among AT communities (13%) and the county average of 10%

Owner Occupied Homes

60%

This is higher than the average of 50% for AT communities and lower than average for the county (66%)

Single Family Homes

76%

This is higher than average among AT communities (64%) and higher than the county average of 72%

Additional Data

Mean Travel Time to Work (Minutes)

29

This is longer than the average of 25 minutes for the county

Residents with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

20%

This is lower than the average of 28% for AT communities and much lower than average for the county (47%)

Residents Who Work From Home

10%

This is about average among AT communities (11%) and lower than average for the county (19%)

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