Porter Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,359
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,333
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$119,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$546
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Clarion County
1
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
Clarion County
1
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 12 | 25 |
| Feb | 2 | 8 | 28 |
| Mar | 3 | 6 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 40 |
| Dec | 3 | 8 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 77%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 15, PA State Senate District 21, PA State House District 63, PASchools
New Bethlehem Mennonite School
2 miles, NE
Redbank Valley Primary School
5 miles, SE
Union HS
5 miles, W
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3.2
Rimersburg El Sch
5 miles, W
•
2.8
Colleges
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
11 miles, NE
•
1.9
Clarion County Career Center Practical Nursing Program
13 miles, N
•
1.4
Butler Beauty Academy-Kittanning Beauty Academy
17 miles, SW
•
1
Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program
20 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Clarion Psychiatric Center
10 miles, NE
Clarion Hospital
10 miles, NE
•
2.3
Penn Highlands Brookville
18 miles, E
•
3.2
Acmh Hospital
18 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
54 miles, SW
•
1
Pittsburgh International Airport
58 miles, W
•
3.2
Erie International Airport-Tom Ridge Field
82 miles, N
•
1
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
107 miles, W
•
1.4