What are the schools like in Villanova, PA?

Villanova is served primarily by Lower Merion SD. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.

What is the median household income in Villanova?

The median household income in Villanova, PA is $250,001 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.5%.

What is the weather like in Villanova, PA?

Villanova has an average high temperature of 41.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Villanova, PA affordable or expensive?

Villanova's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Villanova is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $876,900 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Villanova has a violent crime rate of 118.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 504.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Villanova, PA a Good Place to Live?

Villanova is a small town of 8,081 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $250,001 and a 5.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Villanova stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Villanova is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Villanova 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: 103.5

Villanova's overall cost of living index is 103.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Villanova costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Villanova, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$876,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	97.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$250,001	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Villanova's violent crime rate is 118.7 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

118.7 /100k

Property Crime

504.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Villanova is served primarily by Lower Merion SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Villanova, PA	National Avg
School District	Lower Merion SD	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	88.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Villanova sees average highs of 41.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July, with 48.4 inches of annual precipitation and 7.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Villanova, PA
Average High — January	41.7°F
Average High — July	88.8°F
Annual Precipitation	48.4"
Annual Snowfall	7.6"

Demographics

Metric	Villanova, PA	National Avg
Population	8,081	—
Median Age	20.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	9.6%	6.3%
Under 18	8.6%	22.2%
65 and over	5.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rosemont, PA 1 mi St. Davids, PA 2 mi Bryn Mawr, PA 2 mi West Conshohocken, PA 2 mi Wayne, PA 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Villanova

Villanova, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

19085

Villanova vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Villanova, PA affordable or expensive?

Villanova's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Villanova roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $876,900 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Villanova, PA?

Villanova's violent crime rate is 118.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 504.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Villanova?

Public schools in Villanova are operated by Lower Merion SD. The district has 6 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1. 88.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Villanova, PA a good place to live?

Villanova, PA has a population of 8,081, a median household income of $250,001, and an unemployment rate of 5.5%. 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 Villanova?

Villanova averages 41.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.4 inches with about 7.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Villanova?

Villanova, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 19085.

What is the population of Villanova?

The population of Villanova, Pennsylvania is 8,081 with a median age of 20.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Villanova?

Key numbers for living in Villanova: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $876,900, median household income $250,001, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Villanova side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.