Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
22%
Irwin, PA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$684
Population
4,561
Renter Mix
59% Rent
Bask in small-town charm and convenience to Pittsburgh
Suburban
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Quaint
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Historic
Nestled in the foothills of the Laurel Mountains, Irwin offers residents a small-town vibe just 20 miles southeast of bustling Pittsburgh. Irwin’s historic Main Street is central to the borough’s small-town feel, with a variety of specialty shops, salons, boutiques, restaurants, offices, and churches in rows of historic buildings within walking distance of one another.
A strong sense of community pride and spirit permeates Irwin, with year-round cultural events and robust recreational programs for all to enjoy. Irwin residents delight in access to the Norwin School District, which is consistently ranked among the best in the state. Convenience to Route 30 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike places Irwin within minutes of Pittsburgh’s abundant amenities, attractions, and employment opportunities.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$52,581
Average: $66,997
Education
1,366
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,606
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Irwin has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
59%
Non-Renters
41%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
27%
Other Education
73%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Irwin, PA is $684 for one bedroom, $997 for two bedrooms, and $920 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Irwin has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$684/month
650 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Irwin, PA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
421 Students
Public
Grades K-5
423 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
509 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
400 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- White Oak Park
- Renziehausen Park Rose Garden & Arboretum
- Sewickley Creek Wetlands
Military Bases
Airports
- Arnold Palmer Regional
- 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 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.