What are the schools like in Burgettstown, PA?

Burgettstown is served primarily by Burgettstown Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Burgettstown?

The median household income in Burgettstown, PA is $56,300 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in Burgettstown, PA?

Burgettstown has an average high temperature of 36.3°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 44.1 inches.

Burgettstown, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Burgettstown, PA affordable or expensive?

Burgettstown's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Burgettstown is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $141,000 and the median rent is $694 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Burgettstown, PA?

Crime rate data for Burgettstown is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Burgettstown, PA a Good Place to Live?

Burgettstown is a small town of 1,314 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $56,300 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Burgettstown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Burgettstown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Burgettstown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.4

Burgettstown's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Burgettstown costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Burgettstown, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$141,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$694	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,300	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Burgettstown is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Burgettstown is served primarily by Burgettstown Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Burgettstown, PA	National Avg
School District	Burgettstown Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Burgettstown sees average highs of 36.3°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 44.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Burgettstown, PA
Average High — January	36.3°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	44.1"

Demographics

Metric	Burgettstown, PA	National Avg
Population	1,314	—
Median Age	48.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.0%	22.2%
65 and over	22.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burgettstown, PA affordable or expensive?

Burgettstown's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Burgettstown roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $141,000 and median rent is $694/month.

What is the crime rate in Burgettstown, PA?

Crime data for Burgettstown is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Burgettstown?

Public schools in Burgettstown are operated by Burgettstown Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 21.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Burgettstown, PA a good place to live?

Burgettstown, PA has a population of 1,314, a median household income of $56,300, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Burgettstown?

Burgettstown averages 36.3°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 44.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Burgettstown?

The population of Burgettstown, Pennsylvania is 1,314 with a median age of 48.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Burgettstown?

Key numbers for living in Burgettstown: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $141,000, median household income $56,300, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Burgettstown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.