Allegheny Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
8,269 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,532 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westmoreland County
2
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Westmoreland County
2
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 27
Feb 2 8 30
Mar 3 5 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 3%

Schools

Kiski Area North Primary Sch
2 miles, SE 4.1 star
Kiski Area IHS
2 miles, SE 2.8 star
Leechburg Area MS
2 miles, E 2.8 star
Kiski Area HS
2 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Allegheny Valley Hospital
5 miles, NW 3.2 star
Upmc East
14 miles, SW 4.1 star
Acmh Hospital
14 miles, NE 3.2 star
Forbes Hospital
14 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
26 miles, S 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
32 miles, W 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
97 miles, NW 1.4 star