What are the schools like in North York, PA?

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

What is the median household income in North York?

The median household income in North York, PA is $62,292 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in North York, PA?

North York has an average high temperature of 41.2°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.6 inches.

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

Q: Is North York, PA affordable or expensive?

North York's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means North York is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $120,700 and the median rent is $1,134 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North York, PA?

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

Is North York, PA a Good Place to Live?

North York is a small town of 2,374 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $62,292 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

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

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

All North York 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: 96.6

North York's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North York costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	North York, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$120,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,134	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,292	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for North York 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	North York, 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	17.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North York sees average highs of 41.2°F in January and 87.7°F in July, with 45.1 inches of annual precipitation and 24.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North York, PA
Average High — January	41.2°F
Average High — July	87.7°F
Annual Precipitation	45.1"
Annual Snowfall	24.6"

Demographics

Metric	North York, PA	National Avg
Population	2,374	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	63.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	12.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.2%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	22.4%	22.2%
65 and over	9.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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North York vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North York, PA affordable or expensive?

North York's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes North York roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $120,700 and median rent is $1,134/month.

What is the crime rate in North York, PA?

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

What are the schools like in North York?

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

Is North York, PA a good place to live?

North York, PA has a population of 2,374, a median household income of $62,292, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. 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 North York?

North York averages 41.2°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.1 inches with about 24.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North York?

The population of North York, Pennsylvania is 2,374 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North York?

Key numbers for living in North York: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $120,700, median household income $62,292. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North York side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.