What are the schools like in Prospect, PA?

Prospect is served primarily by Slippery Rock Area SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Prospect?

The median household income in Prospect, PA is $76,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

What is the weather like in Prospect, PA?

Prospect has an average high temperature of 34.3°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Prospect, PA affordable or expensive?

Prospect's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Prospect is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $140,600 and the median rent is $933 per month.

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

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

Is Prospect, PA a Good Place to Live?

Prospect is a small town of 946 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $76,333 and a 4.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Prospect 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

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

Metric	Prospect, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$140,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$933	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$76,333	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Prospect is served primarily by Slippery Rock Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Prospect, PA	National Avg
School District	Slippery Rock Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Prospect sees average highs of 34.3°F in January and 81.7°F in July, with 43.2 inches of annual precipitation and 34.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Prospect, PA
Average High — January	34.3°F
Average High — July	81.7°F
Annual Precipitation	43.2"
Annual Snowfall	34.9"

Demographics

Metric	Prospect, PA	National Avg
Population	946	—
Median Age	50.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.7%	22.2%
65 and over	20.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Portersville, PA 5 mi Unionville CDP (Butler County), PA 5 mi Meridian, PA 6 mi Connoquenessing, PA 6 mi Lake Arthur Estates, PA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Prospect

Prospect, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16052

Prospect vs Other Cities

Prospect, PA vs Portersville, PA Prospect, PA vs Unionville CDP (Butler County), PA Prospect, PA vs Meridian, PA Prospect, PA vs Connoquenessing, PA Prospect, PA vs Lake Arthur Estates, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect, PA affordable or expensive?

Prospect's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Prospect roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $140,600 and median rent is $933/month.

What is the crime rate in Prospect, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Prospect?

Public schools in Prospect are operated by Slippery Rock Area SD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 20.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Prospect, PA a good place to live?

Prospect, PA has a population of 946, a median household income of $76,333, and an unemployment rate of 4.0%. 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 Prospect?

Prospect averages 34.3°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.2 inches with about 34.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Prospect?

Prospect, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16052.

What is the population of Prospect?

The population of Prospect, Pennsylvania is 946 with a median age of 50.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Prospect?

Key numbers for living in Prospect: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $140,600, median household income $76,333, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Prospect side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.