Blue Knob, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
30 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$180,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$908 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Blair County
3
Altoona 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

Blair County
2
Altoona Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 27
Feb 2 11 29
Mar 2 7 37
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 2 8 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 30, PA State House District 80, PA
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Schools

Penn Cambria Intrmd Sch
6 miles, N • 3.7 star
Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Mount Aloysius College
8 miles, N • 1.9 star
Saint Francis University
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
YTI Career Institute-Altoona
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nason Medical Center, Llc
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Upmc Altoona
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
45 miles, W • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
89 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Harrisburg International Airport
95 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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