West Wyoming, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Wyoming is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,653. Residents earn $63,304 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,653 Population 739/sq mi density
$63,304 Median Income $40,665 per capita
$156,400 Home Value
$1,002 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
111 Violent Crime/100K 1,256 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,304 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,400 home value, $1,002/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
111 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,304
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,400
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 111/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,002
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,653
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,304
Per Capita$40,665
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,400
Rent$1,002
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent111/100K
Property1,256/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault111/100K
Burglary296/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation958 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Libraries16

Is West Wyoming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Wyoming receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. West Wyoming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Wyoming is $63,304, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Wyoming is $156,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,002 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

West Wyoming is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,256 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Wyoming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Wyoming has a population of 2,653 with a density of 739 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

2,653
Total Population
739
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West Wyoming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Wyoming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Wyoming is $63,304, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: West Wyoming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,304
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,665
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in West Wyoming is $156,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,002 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,400
45% below US avg
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,002
14% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Premature Death10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities993
West Wyoming has a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,256 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: West Wyoming vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent110.8/100K
71% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault110.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,256.0/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary295.5/100K
Theft923.5/100K
Vehicle Theft36.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
West Wyoming has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates41.3216°N, 75.8578°W
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home9.9%

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