Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
18%
Emsworth
Emsworth, PA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,013
Population
2,256
Renter Mix
41% Rent
A Scenic Gem in the Hills
Family-Friendly
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Riverfront
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Mountains
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Commutes
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Pittsburgh
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Around 1750, a stretch of land along the Ohio River was purchased by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from William Penn’s heirs. It was supposedly named for an English Duke, “Emsworth.” Today, Emsworth is an attractive borough located roughly six miles north of Downtown Pittsburgh. Known for its hills, mountain views, and cobblestone streets, Emsworth provides a beautiful setting with easy access to the city.
The popular Emsworth Community Park overlooks the mountains and includes picnic areas, a pavilion, a basketball court, and a playground. Vinegar Hollow, a popular hiking area, features hidden waterfalls, winding streams, and amazing views. Along 65th Infantry Division Memorial Highway, residents find a variety of shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Some popular destinations in Emsworth include the Anchor & Anvil Coffee Bar, Café Notte, Sunny Jim’s Tavern, and Rupes Roadhouse. Just a few minutes across the river, residents will discover Robert Morris University, the popular Montour Trail, and Pittsburgh International Airport.
Explore the City
The Phipps Conservatory is located in nearby Schenley Park
Vinegar Hollow is a hiking paradise
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,822
Average: $76,438
Education
737
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,091
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Emsworth has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
41%
Non-Renters
59%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Emsworth, PA is $1,013 for one bedroom, and $1,648 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Emsworth has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,013/month
755 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Emsworth, PA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fern Hollow Nature Center
- Riverview Park
- Allegheny Observatory
- Moon Park
- Robin Hill Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Pittsburgh International
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Methodology
† 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 February 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.