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East Vandergrift, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Vandergrift is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 650. Residents earn $55,724 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
650 Population 5,000/sq mi density
$55,724 Median Income $28,654 per capita
$67,400 Home Value $84,733 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,724 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,400 home value, $942/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,724
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,400
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

How East Vandergrift Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population650
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density5,000/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,724
Per Capita$28,654
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,400
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$84,733
Housing Units364
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation802 ft (244 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries4

Is East Vandergrift a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Vandergrift receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. East Vandergrift offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Vandergrift is $55,724, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Vandergrift is $67,400, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Vandergrift experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Vandergrift has a population of 650 with a density of 5,000 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

650
Total Population
5,000
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

East Vandergrift vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Vandergrift vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Vandergrift is $55,724, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: East Vandergrift vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,724
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,654
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone66.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in East Vandergrift is $67,400, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,400
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$84,733

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Housing Units364
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate7.33%
East Vandergrift has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation802 ft (244 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density5,000/sq mi
Coordinates40.5974°N, 79.5629°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone66.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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