Platea, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
462 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$526 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.9% 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 2 28 24
Feb 2 17 26
Mar 2 14 34
Apr 4 4 46
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 10 40
Dec 4 27 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, PA State Senate District 49, PA State House District 4, PA
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Schools

Springfield El Sch
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Girard HS
4 miles, N • 4.6 star
Rice Avenue MS
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Elk Valley El Sch
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Fortis Institute-Erie
10 miles, NE • 1 star
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Erie Institute of Technology Inc
14 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Uh Conneaut Medical Center
13 miles, W • 5 star
Millcreek Community Hospital
15 miles, E • 2.3 star
Saint Vincent Hospital
17 miles, E • 3.2 star
Upmc Hamot Hospital
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
92 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
101 miles, S • 3.2 star
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