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West Hazleton, PA
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West Hazleton, PA
At a Glance
How West Hazleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Hazleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Hazleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Hazleton residents earn a median household income of $46,968 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,415. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,961 business establishments, including 248 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Hazleton is $108,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,724. Median rent is $1,097/month, with 29.4% 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 1950.
Safety & Crime
West Hazleton reports 202 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,636/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in West Hazleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 78.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Hazleton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.