What are the schools like in Vanderbilt, PA?

Vanderbilt is served primarily by Uniontown Area SD. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.5:1.

What is the median household income in Vanderbilt?

The median household income in Vanderbilt, PA is $51,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Vanderbilt, PA?

Vanderbilt has an average high temperature of 38.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Vanderbilt, PA affordable or expensive?

Vanderbilt's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Vanderbilt is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,400 and the median rent is $850 per month.

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

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

Is Vanderbilt, PA a Good Place to Live?

Vanderbilt is a small town of 314 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $51,000 . Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Vanderbilt 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

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

Metric	Vanderbilt, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$850	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Vanderbilt is served primarily by Uniontown Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Vanderbilt, PA	National Avg
School District	Uniontown Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vanderbilt sees average highs of 38.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 24.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vanderbilt, PA
Average High — January	38.4°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	24.4"

Demographics

Metric	Vanderbilt, PA	National Avg
Population	314	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	23.6%	22.2%
65 and over	15.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15486

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vanderbilt, PA affordable or expensive?

Vanderbilt's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Vanderbilt roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,400 and median rent is $850/month.

What is the crime rate in Vanderbilt, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Vanderbilt?

Public schools in Vanderbilt are operated by Uniontown Area SD. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1. 12.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Vanderbilt, PA a good place to live?

Vanderbilt, PA has a population of 314, a median household income of $51,000, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Vanderbilt?

Vanderbilt averages 38.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 24.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vanderbilt?

Vanderbilt, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15486.

What is the population of Vanderbilt?

The population of Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania is 314 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vanderbilt?

Key numbers for living in Vanderbilt: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $90,400, median household income $51,000, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vanderbilt side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.