Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Ambridge, PA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$569
Population
6,564
Renter Mix
55% Rent
Explore a proud past and a bright future
Suburban
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Historic
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Affordable
Ambridge sits right on the Ohio River, about 16 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, and its roots run deep into American industrial history. The borough was incorporated in 1905 as a company town by the American Bridge Company, and that heritage shows in its sturdy brick architecture and tight-knit character. Old Economy Village, a National Historic Landmark within the borough, preserves the legacy of the Harmony Society, a religious community that shaped the region in the early 1800s. Robert Morris University is a short drive away, giving the area an academic presence that connects residents to the broader Pittsburgh metro.
Ambridge has the feel of a close community with a walkable downtown corridor, historic storefronts, and four public parks scattered throughout its two square miles. Proximity to Route 65 makes commuting into Pittsburgh straightforward, and the surrounding Beaver County towns add to the overall sense of accessibility. The housing stock reflects the borough's age and character, with brick row houses, craftsman-style single-family homes, and modest apartment communities that offer an affordable alternative to city living. Renters will find a range of options, from upper-floor units in converted historic buildings to smaller apartment communities tucked into residential streets, all within a borough that rewards those who appreciate genuine character over polish.
Explore the City
Colorful homes can be found in Ambridge.
Residents of Ambridge have easy access to local retail stores.
Merchant Street is the main commercial street in Ambridge.
PJ Caul Memorial Park has various monuments saluting veterans.
Historic Ambridge is a fascinating place to take a stroll and experience colonial America.
Old Economy Village in Ambridge is a National Historic Landmark.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,057
Average: $61,833
Education
1,378
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,388
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ambridge has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
55%
Non-Renters
45%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Ambridge, PA is $569 for one bedroom, and $584 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ambridge has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$569/month
610 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ambridge, PA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
316 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
316 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
733 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Fern Hollow Nature Center
- Robin Hill Park
- Moon Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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- Pittsburgh International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.