What are the schools like in Nesquehoning, PA?

Nesquehoning is served primarily by Panther Valley SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What is the median household income in Nesquehoning?

The median household income in Nesquehoning, PA is $51,213 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.8%.

What is the weather like in Nesquehoning, PA?

Nesquehoning has an average high temperature of 35.6°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Nesquehoning, PA affordable or expensive?

Nesquehoning's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nesquehoning is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $98,000 and the median rent is $845 per month.

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

Nesquehoning has a violent crime rate of 59.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 866.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nesquehoning, PA a Good Place to Live?

Nesquehoning is a small town of 3,341 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $51,213 and a 14.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Nesquehoning stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime.

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

All Nesquehoning 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: 98.4

Nesquehoning's overall cost of living index is 98.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nesquehoning costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nesquehoning, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$98,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$845	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,213	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Nesquehoning's violent crime rate is 59.8 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

59.8 /100k

Property Crime

866.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Nesquehoning is served primarily by Panther Valley SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nesquehoning, PA	National Avg
School District	Panther Valley SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nesquehoning sees average highs of 35.6°F in January and 81.7°F in July, with 51.3 inches of annual precipitation and 27.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nesquehoning, PA
Average High — January	35.6°F
Average High — July	81.7°F
Annual Precipitation	51.3"
Annual Snowfall	27.3"

Demographics

Metric	Nesquehoning, PA	National Avg
Population	3,341	—
Median Age	34.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	7.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	23.4%	22.2%
65 and over	18.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Nesquehoning

Nesquehoning, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

18240

Nesquehoning vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nesquehoning, PA affordable or expensive?

Nesquehoning's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nesquehoning roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $98,000 and median rent is $845/month.

What is the crime rate in Nesquehoning, PA?

Nesquehoning's violent crime rate is 59.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 866.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nesquehoning?

Public schools in Nesquehoning are operated by Panther Valley SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. 15.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nesquehoning, PA a good place to live?

Nesquehoning, PA has a population of 3,341, a median household income of $51,213, and an unemployment rate of 14.8%. 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 Nesquehoning?

Nesquehoning averages 35.6°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.3 inches with about 27.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nesquehoning?

Nesquehoning, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 18240.

What is the population of Nesquehoning?

The population of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania is 3,341 with a median age of 34.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nesquehoning?

Key numbers for living in Nesquehoning: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $98,000, median household income $51,213, crime index 26 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nesquehoning side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.