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Meadville, PA

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Population
12,230
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,097 ft
Median Home Value
$116,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$855/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,308
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Meadville

Tucked into northwestern Pennsylvania's French Creek Valley, Meadville pairs small-town charm with the lively spirit of a college community. With around 12,500 residents, the city is best known as the home of Allegheny College, whose historic campus sits just up the hill from a walkable downtown. Here, you'll find independent cafes, local shops, and the Meadville Market House, Pennsylvania's oldest continuously running indoor market. French Creek flows right through town, offering easy access to kayaking, fishing, and scenic green spaces.

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For newcomers, Meadville offers affordable living, friendly neighborhoods, and a grounded lifestyle supported by the Crawford Central School District. Daily life is relaxed and family-friendly, with seasonal festivals, a growing arts scene, and nearby Conneaut Lake just minutes away for summer boating. Highway connections via Route 322 and Interstate 79 also make it simple to travel north to Erie or south to Pittsburgh for work, airport travel, or weekend getaways.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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