Elgin, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
211 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,479 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,050 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
2
Erie 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

Erie County
3
Erie Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 26 24
Feb 3 16 25
Mar 3 13 34
Apr 4 4 46
May 4 0 55
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 5 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 49
Nov 4 10 40
Dec 4 26 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, PA State Senate District 21, PA State House District 4, PA
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Schools

Union City HS
5 miles, W • 4.6 star
Union City MS
5 miles, W • 2.8 star
Union City El Sch
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
19 miles, W • 1.9 star
University of Pittsburgh-Titusville
20 miles, S • 3.7 star
Mercyhurst University
21 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Titusville Hospital
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
Millcreek Community Hospital
21 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Saint Vincent Hospital
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
88 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
101 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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