Plum, PA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 25,570
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Climate

It experiences distinct, four season weather with snowfall common in the winter.

Geography

Plum is located in eastern Allegheny County.<br>

Cultural Attractions

All of the cultural amenities of Pittsburgh are just a short drive away

Recreation

Boyce Park and Oakmont Country Club are nearby.<br>

Historical

Plum Borough was founded as one of Allegheny's first seven townships in 1788.<br>

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
25,570
Population under 55:
72.0%
Population over 55:
28.0%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Pittsburgh

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
82°F July High, 16°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$47,368
Median home price:
$129,450
Average property tax:
$3,128

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
7.1%
Low
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
7
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
2

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
12
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
22

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
36/3
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
53/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
5

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