Apartments for rent in Trafford, PA

Trafford, a small town in Pennsylvania, has a population of slightly more than 3,000. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (19%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults account for a smaller percentage of the town. Most Trafford residents own their homes, and 35% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $696/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Pennsylvania. Over the course of a year, renters in Trafford will save around $2,700 compared to the state average.

Trafford residents have an average commute of about 32 minutes, longer than the state average of about 28 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common way to get to work, chosen by 49% of workers, while public transit is not used much. Not many residents commute to work on foot.

If you're looking for a variety of career options, Trafford has a surplus. The four most common industries are healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and education. Combined, these industries account for 30% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of residents work in sales, making it the top profession in the town. Trafford workers earn an average annual income of nearly $59K, a bit less than the average Pennsylvania resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (7%), Trafford has a relatively high number of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 9% have earned a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 11% have a Bachelor's degree.