What are the schools like in Pleasant View, PA?

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

What is the median household income in Pleasant View?

The median household income in Pleasant View, PA is $69,844 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in Pleasant View, PA?

Pleasant View 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.

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

Q: Is Pleasant View, PA affordable or expensive?

Pleasant View's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pleasant View is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $111,500 and the median rent is $672 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Pleasant View, PA?

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

Is Pleasant View, PA a Good Place to Live?

Pleasant View is a small town of 733 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $69,844 and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Pleasant View stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Pleasant View is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pleasant View 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

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

Metric	Pleasant View, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$111,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$672	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,844	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Pleasant View 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	Pleasant View, 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	9.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pleasant View 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	Pleasant View, PA
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	82.6°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	28.6"

Demographics

Metric	Pleasant View, PA	National Avg
Population	733	—
Median Age	42.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.7%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Pleasant View vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pleasant View, PA affordable or expensive?

Pleasant View's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pleasant View roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $111,500 and median rent is $672/month.

What is the crime rate in Pleasant View, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Pleasant View?

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

Is Pleasant View, PA a good place to live?

Pleasant View, PA has a population of 733, a median household income of $69,844, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Pleasant View?

Pleasant View 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 is the population of Pleasant View?

The population of Pleasant View, Pennsylvania is 733 with a median age of 42.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pleasant View?

Key numbers for living in Pleasant View: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $111,500, median household income $69,844. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pleasant View side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.