Howard, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
689 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$757 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Centre County
1
State College Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Centre County
1
State College Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 25
Feb 2 9 28
Mar 3 8 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 3 7 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Schools

Howard El Sch
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

Lock Haven University
14 miles, E 2.3 star

Hospitals

Lock Haven Hospital
13 miles, E 4.1 star
Mount Nittany Medical Center
16 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
74 miles, S 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
89 miles, NE 1 star