What are the schools like in East Vandergrift, PA?

School district data for East Vandergrift is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in East Vandergrift?

The median household income in East Vandergrift, PA is $53,650 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in East Vandergrift, PA?

East Vandergrift has an average high temperature of 36.0°F in January and 82.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.6 inches.

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

Q: Is East Vandergrift, PA affordable or expensive?

East Vandergrift's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means East Vandergrift is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,700 and the median rent is $954 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in East Vandergrift, PA?

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

Is East Vandergrift, PA a Good Place to Live?

East Vandergrift is a small town of 701 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $53,650 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: East Vandergrift stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All East Vandergrift 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

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

Metric	East Vandergrift, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$954	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,650	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	East Vandergrift, PA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

East Vandergrift sees average highs of 36.0°F in January and 82.6°F in July, with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation and 28.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	East Vandergrift, PA
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	82.6°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	28.6"

Demographics

Metric	East Vandergrift, PA	National Avg
Population	701	—
Median Age	45.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	18.7%	22.2%
65 and over	11.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in East Vandergrift

East Vandergrift, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15629

East Vandergrift vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Vandergrift, PA affordable or expensive?

East Vandergrift's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes East Vandergrift roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,700 and median rent is $954/month.

What is the crime rate in East Vandergrift, PA?

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

What are the schools like in East Vandergrift?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is East Vandergrift, PA a good place to live?

East Vandergrift, PA has a population of 701, a median household income of $53,650, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. 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 East Vandergrift?

East Vandergrift averages 36.0°F in January and 82.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.6 inches with about 28.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in East Vandergrift?

East Vandergrift, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15629.

What is the population of East Vandergrift?

The population of East Vandergrift, Pennsylvania is 701 with a median age of 45.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in East Vandergrift?

Key numbers for living in East Vandergrift: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $65,700, median household income $53,650. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare East Vandergrift side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.