Waterford, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,254 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$479 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$873 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
2
Erie Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
3
Erie Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 28 25
Feb 3 17 26
Mar 3 14 34
Apr 4 4 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 9 41
Dec 4 27 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, PA State Senate District 49, PA State House District 4, PA
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Schools

Waterford El Sch
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Fort LeBoeuf MS
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Fort LeBoeuf SHS
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Mill Village El Sch
5 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Erie Institute of Technology Inc
11 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Millcreek Community Hospital
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
Saint Vincent Hospital
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
Upmc Hamot Hospital
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
Lecom Health Corry Memorial Hospital
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
94 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
101 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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