Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
West Hills is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,522. Residents earn $93,851 per year, which is 25% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Hills is $93,851, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in West Hills is $213,800, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
West Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $93,851 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,616 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,996 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,450 |
| County GDP | $2,798M |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Healthcare | 182 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,942 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.31% |
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
| Census Median | $213,800 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,942 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.31% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,779/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.3 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 467/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8429°N, 79.5441°W |
| County FIPS | 42005 |
Winner: Republican by 53.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.9% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 467/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.2% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Retail Stores | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 18.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |