Star Junction, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
425 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$495 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$578 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fayette County
2
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

Fayette County
1
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 26
Feb 2 9 28
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 2 7 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 2%

Schools

Frazier HS
2 miles, NE 4.1 star
Frazier MS
2 miles, NE 2.3 star
Frazier El Sch
2 miles, NE 2.8 star
Franklin Sch
4 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

Douglas Education Center
10 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Highlands Hospital
10 miles, SE 3.2 star
Uniontown Hospital
11 miles, S 2.3 star
Monongahela Valley Hospital
12 miles, N 3.2 star
Excela Health-Frick Hospital
13 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
24 miles, E 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
39 miles, N 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
106 miles, NW 1.4 star