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Westmoreland County

#4 in Best Counties to Buy a House in Pennsylvania
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      C+
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      C-
    9. Cost of Living
      B
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Westmoreland County is located in Pennsylvania with a population of 356,835. In Westmoreland County, most residents own their homes. In Westmoreland County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Westmoreland County and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Westmoreland County are highly rated.
    Population
    356,835

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $144,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $674
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      22%
    • Own
      78%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      163.1
      282.7
    • Murder
      1.9
      6.1
    • Rape
      14.4
      40.7
    • Robbery
      32.1
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      190.4
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,083.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      45.6
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      21%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      10%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      18%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      28%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      38%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in Westmoreland County

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $56,702
    National
    $55,322
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