Lawrence County, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
85,423 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,779 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$136,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$592 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 26
Feb 2 7 28
Mar 3 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 7 30

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 (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, PA State Senate District 50, PA State House District 9, PA
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Schools

St Vitus School
<1 miles, W
New Castle JHS
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
New Castle SHS
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

New Castle School of Trades
5 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Westminster College
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Upmc Jameson
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ellwood City Medical Center
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Surgical Hospital at Southwoods
17 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
35 miles, S • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
58 miles, W • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
70 miles, S • 1 star
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