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West Homestead, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny county, is 5 miles SE of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The town is conveniently located inside the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. There are an estimated 2,197 people in West Homestead.
In West Homestead, about 52% of adults are married.
West Homestead has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.
In 2000, West Homestead had a median family income of $44,338.
Approximately 78% of housing in West Homestead is owner-occupied. Property taxes are a bit high in the town, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.
In West Homestead, 84% of commuters drive to work. West Homestead is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. One way to meet people in the town is to try the public transportation system.
Comparing West Homestead to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):
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