What are the schools like in Freeport, PA?

Freeport is served primarily by Freeport Area SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Freeport?

The median household income in Freeport, PA is $37,336 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.2%.

What is the weather like in Freeport, PA?

Freeport has an average high temperature of 36.3°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Freeport, PA affordable or expensive?

Freeport's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Freeport is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,900 and the median rent is $785 per month.

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

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

Is Freeport, PA a Good Place to Live?

Freeport is a small town of 1,725 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $37,336 and a 9.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Freeport 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 Freeport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Freeport 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

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

Metric	Freeport, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$785	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	49.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,336	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Freeport is served primarily by Freeport Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Freeport, PA	National Avg
School District	Freeport Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Freeport sees average highs of 36.3°F in January and 84.3°F in July, with 43.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Freeport, PA
Average High — January	36.3°F
Average High — July	84.3°F
Annual Precipitation	43.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.6"

Demographics

Metric	Freeport, PA	National Avg
Population	1,725	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Leechburg, PA 5 mi Leechburg, PA 6 mi Hyde Park, PA 6 mi Brackenridge, PA 6 mi Kiskimere, PA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Freeport

Freeport, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16229

Freeport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Freeport, PA affordable or expensive?

Freeport's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Freeport roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,900 and median rent is $785/month.

What is the crime rate in Freeport, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Freeport?

Public schools in Freeport are operated by Freeport Area SD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 17.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Freeport, PA a good place to live?

Freeport, PA has a population of 1,725, a median household income of $37,336, and an unemployment rate of 9.2%. 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 Freeport?

Freeport averages 36.3°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.5 inches with about 28.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Freeport?

Freeport, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16229.

What is the population of Freeport?

The population of Freeport, Pennsylvania is 1,725 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Freeport?

Key numbers for living in Freeport: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $90,900, median household income $37,336, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Freeport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.