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Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania is a small city located about 15 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. It is known for its affordable rent prices and cost of living, making it an attractive option for those looking to settle down in the area. The two bedroom rent in Lower Burrell is only $950 compared to the national average of $1,430. Additionally, the grocery cost index in Lower Burrell is 98 versus 100 in the US. Lower Burrell has a strong local economy with several businesses scattered throughout the city such as Apple’s Auto Repair & Towing, Momo's Pizza & Pub, and Carol's Beauty Salon. Residents also enjoy access to a variety of parks and outdoor amenities such as Lower Burrell City Park, which features a swimming pool and several sports fields.

Lower Burrell has an unemployment rate of 7.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Lower Burrell has seen the job market increase by 0.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 23.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Lower Burrell
- The Sales Tax Rate for Lower Burrell is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Lower Burrell is 4.1%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Lower Burrell
- The average income of a Lower Burrell resident is $27,117 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Lower Burrell resident is $72,922 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyLower Burrell, PennsylvaniaUnited States
  7.46
  -7.0%-6.2%
  23.3%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  4.1%4.6%
  $36,265$37,638
  $72,922$69,021
  $89,175$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.3%1.2%
  0.6%0.5%
  7.7%6.8%
  16.4%10.0%
  1.8%2.5%
  14.6%11.0%
  3.1%4.8%
  1.6%0.8%
  1.8%1.9%
  4.0%4.7%
  2.4%1.9%
  5.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.3%4.2%
  7.1%9.3%
  19.8%14.0%
  0.2%2.1%
  4.1%7.0%
  3.7%4.8%
  2.1%4.7%
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Over 12 years ago

A great place to live if you like the countryside. You have spacious yards with nearby woods, and in some places nearby farms. And... don't be surprised if you see a  More

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Over 18 years ago

As previously stated, country living, very small town. The city is actually an outgrowth of neighboring New Kensington, so town set-up is very suburban. The residents  More

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Over 18 years ago

Our city is nice if you already have a family, i.e. married. Not so great for singles or divorced. Nice if you like country living and small town atmosphere. School  More

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