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West Falls, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County County
West Falls, PA
At a Glance
How West Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Falls residents earn a median household income of $60,750 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,458. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,565 business establishments, including 552 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Falls is $156,300 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,827. Median rent is $725/month, with 31.4% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
West Falls reports 56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,340/100K.
Education
31.1% of adults in West Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Falls has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.