Porter Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
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
407 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,786 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$335 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$883 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson 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

Jefferson County
1
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 25
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 3 6 36
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 56
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 4 1 40
Dec 3 9 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, PA State Senate District 41, PA State House District 66, PA
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Schools

Deerview School
3 miles, NW
Mapleview El Sch
4 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Indiana County Technology Center
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
22 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Punxsutawney Area Hospital
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
Penn Highlands Brookville
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Clarion Hospital
21 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
48 miles, SW • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
64 miles, W • 3.2 star
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