West Homestead, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
West Homestead, PA
At a Glance
How West Homestead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Homestead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Homestead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Homestead residents earn a median household income of $81,477 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,618. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Homestead is $159,000 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,401. Median rent is $1,041/month, with 31.8% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
West Homestead reports 505 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,020/100K.
Education
35.5% of adults in West Homestead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Homestead has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.