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Vintondale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Vintondale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 403. Residents earn $41,477 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
403 Population 896/sq mi density
$41,477 Median Income $26,743 per capita
$58,800 Home Value
$792 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$41,477 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $792/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,477
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.3%
112% higher than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,477
Per Capita$26,743
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty26.3%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,415 ft (431 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband67.4%
Libraries14

Is Vintondale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vintondale receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vintondale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vintondale is $41,477, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vintondale is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 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.

Safety & Crime

Vintondale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vintondale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 79.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Vintondale has a population of 403 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

403
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vintondale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vintondale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vintondale is $41,477, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Vintondale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,477
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,743
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.3%
112% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vintondale is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% 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-Occupied68.0%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate7.91%
Vintondale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Vintondale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Vintondale has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall79.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,415 ft (431 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates40.4807°N, 78.9108°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 67.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.4%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home5.2%

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