Rochester Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
2,755
332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,756
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$143,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$708
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Beaver County
3
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
Beaver County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 6 | 27 |
| Feb | 2 | 5 | 30 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 2 | 4 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 17, PA State Senate District 47, PA State House District 16, PASchools
Rochester MS
<1 miles, W
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1.9
Rochester High School
<1 miles, W
•
4.1
Rochester Area El Sch
<1 miles, W
•
3.2
Ss Peter & Paul School
2 miles, W
Colleges
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver
3 miles, SW
•
3.2
DCI Career Institute
4 miles, SW
•
1
Beaver Falls Beauty Academy
4 miles, N
•
1
Community College of Beaver County
4 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Heritage Valley Beaver
3 miles, W
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4.1
Ellwood City Medical Center
11 miles, N
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3.2
Heritage Valley Sewickley
13 miles, S
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3.2
Upmc Passavant
17 miles, SE
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5
Airports
Pittsburgh International Airport
15 miles, S
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3.2
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
54 miles, SE
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1
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
63 miles, NW
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1.4
Erie International Airport-Tom Ridge Field
95 miles, NE
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1