What are the schools like in Sligo, PA?

Sligo is served primarily by Union SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Sligo?

The median household income in Sligo, PA is $46,346 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.8%.

What is the weather like in Sligo, PA?

Sligo has an average high temperature of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Sligo, PA affordable or expensive?

Sligo's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sligo is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $102,800 and the median rent is $629 per month.

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

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

Is Sligo, PA a Good Place to Live?

Sligo is a small town of 745 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $46,346 and a 7.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Sligo 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: 89.6

Sligo's overall cost of living index is 89.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sligo costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sligo, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$102,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$629	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,346	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sligo is served primarily by Union SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sligo, PA	National Avg
School District	Union SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sligo sees average highs of 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 34.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sligo, PA
Average High — January	33.3°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	34.5"

Demographics

Metric	Sligo, PA	National Avg
Population	745	—
Median Age	43.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.9%	22.2%
65 and over	18.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Callensburg, PA 3 mi Rimersburg, PA 5 mi St. Petersburg, PA 9 mi Knox, PA 9 mi Foxburg, PA 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Sligo

Sligo, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16255

Sligo vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sligo, PA affordable or expensive?

Sligo's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sligo roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $102,800 and median rent is $629/month.

What is the crime rate in Sligo, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Sligo?

Public schools in Sligo are operated by Union SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 17.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sligo, PA a good place to live?

Sligo, PA has a population of 745, a median household income of $46,346, and an unemployment rate of 7.8%. 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 Sligo?

Sligo averages 33.3°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 34.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sligo?

Sligo, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16255.

What is the population of Sligo?

The population of Sligo, Pennsylvania is 745 with a median age of 43.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sligo?

Key numbers for living in Sligo: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $102,800, median household income $46,346, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sligo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.