What are the schools like in West Decatur, PA?

School district data for West Decatur is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in West Decatur?

The median household income in West Decatur, PA is $36,591 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.5%.

What is the weather like in West Decatur, PA?

West Decatur has an average high temperature of 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.0 inches.

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

Q: Is West Decatur, PA affordable or expensive?

West Decatur's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means West Decatur is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,500 and the median rent is $1,063 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in West Decatur, PA?

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

Is West Decatur, PA a Good Place to Live?

West Decatur is a small town of 585 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $36,591 and a 8.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: West Decatur stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All West Decatur 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: 93.3

West Decatur's overall cost of living index is 93.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in West Decatur costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	West Decatur, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,063	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,591	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	West Decatur, PA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

West Decatur sees average highs of 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July, with 42.0 inches of annual precipitation and 50.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	West Decatur, PA
Average High — January	32.1°F
Average High — July	79.7°F
Annual Precipitation	42.0"
Annual Snowfall	50.0"

Demographics

Metric	West Decatur, PA	National Avg
Population	585	—
Median Age	33.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	30.4%	22.2%
65 and over	12.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wallaceton, PA 3 mi Morrisdale, PA 3 mi Chester Hill, PA 4 mi North Philipsburg, PA 4 mi Hawk Run, PA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in West Decatur

West Decatur, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16878

West Decatur vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Decatur, PA affordable or expensive?

West Decatur's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes West Decatur roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,500 and median rent is $1,063/month.

What is the crime rate in West Decatur, PA?

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

What are the schools like in West Decatur?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is West Decatur, PA a good place to live?

West Decatur, PA has a population of 585, a median household income of $36,591, and an unemployment rate of 8.5%. 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 West Decatur?

West Decatur averages 32.1°F in January and 79.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.0 inches with about 50.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in West Decatur?

West Decatur, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16878.

What is the population of West Decatur?

The population of West Decatur, Pennsylvania is 585 with a median age of 33.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in West Decatur?

Key numbers for living in West Decatur: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $92,500, median household income $36,591. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare West Decatur side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.