West View, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
6,582 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,954 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$712 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$805 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegheny County
4
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

Allegheny County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 29
Feb 2 8 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 3 2 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 6 33

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 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, PA State Senate District 38, PA State House District 20, PA
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Schools

West View El Sch
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
North Hills MS
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
North Hills SHS
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

La Roche University
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Upmc Passavant
4 miles, NE • 5 star
Heritage Valley Kennedy
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Allegheny General Hospital
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
11 miles, W • 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
37 miles, SE • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
79 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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