West Newton, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County County
West Newton, PA
At a Glance
How West Newton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Newton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Newton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Newton residents earn a median household income of $47,250 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,370. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,132 business establishments, including 780 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Newton is $130,300 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,226. Median rent is $639/month, with 21.7% 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 1948.
Safety & Crime
West Newton reports 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 657/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in West Newton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Newton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.