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North Vandergrift, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

North Vandergrift is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 317. Residents earn $34,583 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
317 Population 813/sq mi density
$34,583 Median Income $24,226 per capita
$47,300 Home Value
$642 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$34,583 median income, 15.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,300 home value, $642/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,583
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans20.3%

Economy

F
Median Income$34,583
Per Capita$24,226
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,300
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units202
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute48 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries4

Is North Vandergrift a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Vandergrift receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. North Vandergrift offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Vandergrift is $34,583, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Vandergrift is $47,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North 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.

North Vandergrift has a population of 317 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 5.7% Black.

Population

317
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Vandergrift vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Vandergrift vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Vandergrift is $34,583, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: North Vandergrift vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,583
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,226
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above 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 Rate10.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.0 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in North Vandergrift is $47,300, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,300
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate10.45%
North 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

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates40.6087°N, 79.5518°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.0 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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