What are the schools like in Fairchance, PA?

Fairchance is served primarily by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.

What is the median household income in Fairchance?

The median household income in Fairchance, PA is $37,232 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.4%.

What is the weather like in Fairchance, PA?

Fairchance has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Fairchance, PA affordable or expensive?

Fairchance's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fairchance is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $113,600 and the median rent is $729 per month.

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

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

Is Fairchance, PA a Good Place to Live?

Fairchance is a small town of 1,657 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $37,232 and a 7.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Fairchance 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

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

Metric	Fairchance, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$113,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$729	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,232	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Fairchance is served primarily by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fairchance, PA	National Avg
School District	Albert Gallatin Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fairchance sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 84.3°F in July, with 44.3 inches of annual precipitation and 28.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fairchance, PA
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	84.3°F
Annual Precipitation	44.3"
Annual Snowfall	28.1"

Demographics

Metric	Fairchance, PA	National Avg
Population	1,657	—
Median Age	44.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	20.0%	22.2%
65 and over	19.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Fairchance

Fairchance, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15436

Fairchance vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fairchance, PA affordable or expensive?

Fairchance's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fairchance roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $113,600 and median rent is $729/month.

What is the crime rate in Fairchance, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Fairchance?

Public schools in Fairchance are operated by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1. 14.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fairchance, PA a good place to live?

Fairchance, PA has a population of 1,657, a median household income of $37,232, and an unemployment rate of 7.4%. 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 Fairchance?

Fairchance averages 39.5°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.3 inches with about 28.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fairchance?

Fairchance, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15436.

What is the population of Fairchance?

The population of Fairchance, Pennsylvania is 1,657 with a median age of 44.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fairchance?

Key numbers for living in Fairchance: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $113,600, median household income $37,232, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fairchance side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.