Elder 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 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,028 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$338 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.4% 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 2 13 26
Feb 2 9 28
Mar 4 8 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 2 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 35, PA State House District 73, PA
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Schools

Cambria Heights SHS
4 miles, SE • 5 star
Cambria Heights MS
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Cambria Heights El Sch
5 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Northern Cambria HS
5 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Saint Francis University
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
Mount Aloysius College
15 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Upmc Altoona
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Tyrone Regional Health Network
23 miles, E • 4.1 star
Indiana Regional Medical Center
25 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
46 miles, W • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
82 miles, W • 3.2 star
Harrisburg International Airport
107 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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