What are the schools like in Three Springs, PA?

Three Springs is served primarily by Southern Huntingdon County SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1.

What is the median household income in Three Springs?

The median household income in Three Springs, PA is $50,938 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.

What is the weather like in Three Springs, PA?

Three Springs has an average high temperature of 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 22.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Three Springs, PA affordable or expensive?

Three Springs's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Three Springs is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $140,400 and the median rent is $558 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Three Springs, PA?

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

Is Three Springs, PA a Good Place to Live?

Three Springs is a small town of 403 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $50,938 and a 1.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Three Springs 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: 90.2

Three Springs's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Three Springs costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Three Springs, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$140,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$558	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,938	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Three Springs is served primarily by Southern Huntingdon County SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Three Springs, PA	National Avg
School District	Southern Huntingdon County SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Three Springs sees average highs of 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 40.7 inches of annual precipitation and 22.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Three Springs, PA
Average High — January	37.3°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	40.7"
Annual Snowfall	22.8"

Demographics

Metric	Three Springs, PA	National Avg
Population	403	—
Median Age	44.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	47.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.8%	22.2%
65 and over	25.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Three Springs

Three Springs, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17264

Three Springs vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Three Springs, PA affordable or expensive?

Three Springs's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Three Springs roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $140,400 and median rent is $558/month.

What is the crime rate in Three Springs, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Three Springs?

Public schools in Three Springs are operated by Southern Huntingdon County SD. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1. 16.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Three Springs, PA a good place to live?

Three Springs, PA has a population of 403, a median household income of $50,938, and an unemployment rate of 1.3%. 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 Three Springs?

Three Springs averages 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.7 inches with about 22.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Three Springs?

Three Springs, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17264.

What is the population of Three Springs?

The population of Three Springs, Pennsylvania is 403 with a median age of 44.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Three Springs?

Key numbers for living in Three Springs: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $140,400, median household income $50,938, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Three Springs side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.