West Leechburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Leechburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,257. Residents earn $76,042 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,257 Population 1,270/sq mi density
$76,042 Median Income $40,352 per capita
$165,300 Home Value $175,619 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,042 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,300 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,042
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,300
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,257
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1,270/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,042
Per Capita$40,352
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,300
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,619

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,022/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary157/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation973 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is West Leechburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Leechburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. West Leechburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Leechburg is $76,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Leechburg is $165,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

West Leechburg 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 1,022 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Leechburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Leechburg has a population of 1,257 with a density of 1,270 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

1,257
Total Population
1,270
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West Leechburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Leechburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Leechburg is $76,042, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: West Leechburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,042
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,352
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$64,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,450
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants116
Healthcare182
Retail175
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Leechburg is $165,300, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,619.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,300
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,619
Median List Price$257,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$257,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,942
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%

Health Metrics: West Leechburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Premature Death9,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
West Leechburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,022 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: West Leechburg 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 Property1,022.0/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary157.2/100K
Theft864.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
West Leechburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation973 ft (297 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Coordinates40.6335°N, 79.6190°W
County FIPS42005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants116
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home20.2%

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