Question 1

Is 15642 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15642 in Irwin has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Irwin city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 15642 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 15642?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15642 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 15642. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 15642 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Irwin. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 15642?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 15642 is approximately $258K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 15642 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 15642 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 15642 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15642 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Irwin. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 15642 scores similarly to the middle tier of Irwin neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Sunrise El Sch	KG–05	—	—	—
West Hempfield El Sch	PK–05	—	—	—
West Hempfield MS	06–08	—	—	—
Sunset Valley El Sch	KG–04	—	—	—
Sheridan Terrace El Sch	KG–04	—	—	—
Hillcrest Intermediate Sch	05–06	—	—	—
Norwin MS	07–08	—	—	—
Norwin HS	09–12	—	—	—
Stewartsville El Sch	KG–04	—	—	—
Hahntown El Sch	KG–04	—	—	—