What are the schools like in Cairnbrook, PA?

Cairnbrook is served primarily by Shade-Central City SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.5:1.

What is the median household income in Cairnbrook?

The median household income in Cairnbrook, PA is $65,938 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cairnbrook, PA?

Cairnbrook has an average high temperature of 36.3°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 96.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Cairnbrook, PA affordable or expensive?

Cairnbrook's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cairnbrook is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,300 and the median rent is $675 per month.

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

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

Is Cairnbrook, PA a Good Place to Live?

Cairnbrook is a small town of 531 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $65,938 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cairnbrook is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cairnbrook 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: 88.9

Cairnbrook's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cairnbrook costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cairnbrook, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$675	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,938	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cairnbrook is served primarily by Shade-Central City SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cairnbrook, PA	National Avg
School District	Shade-Central City SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cairnbrook sees average highs of 36.3°F in January and 83.9°F in July, with 40.2 inches of annual precipitation and 96.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cairnbrook, PA
Average High — January	36.3°F
Average High — July	83.9°F
Annual Precipitation	40.2"
Annual Snowfall	96.9"

Demographics

Metric	Cairnbrook, PA	National Avg
Population	531	—
Median Age	35.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	36.7%	22.2%
65 and over	11.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Central City, PA 1 mi Hooversville, PA 5 mi Indian Lake, PA 6 mi Stoystown, PA 7 mi Windber, PA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Cairnbrook

Cairnbrook, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15924

Cairnbrook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cairnbrook, PA affordable or expensive?

Cairnbrook's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cairnbrook roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,300 and median rent is $675/month.

What is the crime rate in Cairnbrook, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Cairnbrook?

Public schools in Cairnbrook are operated by Shade-Central City SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1. 8.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cairnbrook, PA a good place to live?

Cairnbrook, PA has a population of 531, a median household income of $65,938, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Cairnbrook?

Cairnbrook averages 36.3°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.2 inches with about 96.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cairnbrook?

Cairnbrook, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15924.

What is the population of Cairnbrook?

The population of Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania is 531 with a median age of 35.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cairnbrook?

Key numbers for living in Cairnbrook: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $80,300, median household income $65,938, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cairnbrook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.