Punxsutawney, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
5,689 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,097 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$585 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 2 13 25
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 8 35
Apr 4 1 46
May 4 0 55
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Jenks Hill El Sch
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Punxsutawney Area HS
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Punxsutawney Area MS
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Dubois
17 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Indiana County Technology Center
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Punxsutawney Area Hospital
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Penn Highland Dubois
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Penn Highlands Brookville
16 miles, N • 3.2 star
Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
24 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
52 miles, SW • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
73 miles, W • 3.2 star
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