Vandergrift, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Armstrong County County
Vandergrift, PA
At a Glance
How Vandergrift Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vandergrift's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vandergrift a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vandergrift residents earn a median household income of $50,351 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,867. The unemployment rate stands at 11.1% (208% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.9% 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 Vandergrift is $91,500 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $109,543. Median rent is $793/month, with 26.4% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Vandergrift reports 305 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 131/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in Vandergrift hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.