Plum, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
26,873 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,475 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$671 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$933 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegheny County
4
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegheny County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 28
Feb 2 9 31
Mar 3 6 39
Apr 3 2 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 7 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, PA State Senate District 45, PA State House District 32, PA
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Schools

Pivik El Sch
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Plum SHS
1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Center El Sch
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Monroeville
5 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Upmc East
4 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Forbes Hospital
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Upmc St Margaret
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
Allegheny Valley Hospital
8 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
24 miles, SE • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
93 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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