Leechburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Armstrong County County
Leechburg, PA
At a Glance
How Leechburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Leechburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Leechburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Leechburg residents earn a median household income of $54,886 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,771. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,450 business establishments, including 116 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Leechburg is $94,300 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,359. Median rent is $741/month, with 23.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1944.
Safety & Crime
Leechburg reports 96 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 627/100K.
Education
15.6% of adults in Leechburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Leechburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.