Cresson Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,837 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$613 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$415 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cambria County
2
Johnstown Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cambria County
3
Johnstown Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 27
Feb 2 11 29
Mar 4 6 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 3 7 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 35, PA State House District 71, PA
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Schools

Penn Cambria HS
1 miles, NE • 5 star
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Colleges

Mount Aloysius College
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Saint Francis University
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
YTI Career Institute-Altoona
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Upmc Altoona
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
Nason Medical Center, Llc
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

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