Altoona, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Altoona Metro

Altoona is a mid-size city in Pennsylvania with a population of 43,508. Residents earn $50,171 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

43,508 Population 4,444/sq mi density

$50,171 Median Income $30,116 per capita

$113,600 Home Value $135,654 Zillow

$789 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

608 Violent Crime/100K 1,554 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$50,171 median income, 4.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$113,600 home value, $789/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

608 violent crimes/100K (60% above avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

19.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $50,171

33% lower than US avg

Home Value $113,600

60% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 608/100K

60% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.9%

41% lower than US avg

Median Rent $789

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.9%

12% higher than US avg

How Altoona Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population43,508

Median Age39.8 yrs

Density4,444/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

Median Income$50,171

Per Capita$30,116

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty13.9%

County GDP$8,000M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$113,600

Rent$789

Ownership64.2%

Zillow$135,654

Housing Units20,849

Rent Burden31.0%

Crime

Violent608/100K

Property1,554/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault366/100K

Burglary327/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain42.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.9%

High School+92.6%

Graduate+5.4%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute19 min

Broadband84.6%

EV Stations7

Libraries8

Is Altoona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altoona receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Altoona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altoona is $50,171, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altoona is $113,600, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 608 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,554 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Altoona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Altoona has a population of 43,508 with a density of 4,444 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 3.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

43,508

Total Population

4,444

People / sq mi

39.8yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

9.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Altoona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.0%

85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Altoona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altoona is $50,171, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,116 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,024, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,430 business establishments, including 305 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Altoona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,171
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,116
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,024
IRS Avg AGI	$66,997
Gini Index	0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	13.9%
	12% above US avg
Establishments (County)	3,430
County GDP	$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants	305
Healthcare	462
Retail	495
Manufacturing	128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,849
	39% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Altoona is $113,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,654, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 92.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 20,849 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1943. The average annual property tax is $4,849 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$113,600
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$135,654
Median List Price	$135,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$135,450
$/Sq Ft	$68
Homes Sold	25
Sale-to-List Ratio	92.2%
Price Drops	28.3%
Inventory	92

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$789
	32% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$913
Rent Burden	31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$900
1 Bedroom	$996
2 Bedrooms	$1,225
3 Bedrooms	$1,570
4 Bedrooms	$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	64.2%
Owner-Occupied	64.2%
Renter-Occupied	35.8%
Housing Units	20,849
Median Year Built	1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,849
	39% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.27%

In Altoona, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,295. The dentist ratio is 1:1,552. 75.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Altoona vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health


Short Sleep	43.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.0%

Primary Care	1:1,295
Dentists	1:1,552
Mental Health	1:329
Dental Visits	58.5%
Premature Death	10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	75.5%
Healthcare Facilities	462

Altoona has a violent crime rate of 608 per 100,000 residents, 60% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 366.1 per 100,000, robbery at 50.7, rape at 191.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,554 per 100,000, 21% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,108, burglary at 327, vehicle theft at 120 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Altoona receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Altoona vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	607.9/100K
	60% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	191.1/100K
Robbery	50.7/100K
Assault	366.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,554.3/100K
	21% below US avg
Burglary	327.0/100K
Theft	1,107.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	119.7/100K
Arson	20.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	1,428
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Altoona experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 50.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.6°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,168 ft (356 m)
Area	9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density	4,444/sq mi
Coordinates	40.5081°N, 78.4011°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Blair County County
Nearest Airport	State College Regional (SCE) 42 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"

11% above US avg

Snowfall 50.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0428 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.47 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	77.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	57.6 / 100
Community Resilience	94.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 15, 2019.

Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	76 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	130 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	141 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	127 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	142 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	129 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

180 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 51 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF4	86 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF4	78 km	0
Jul 11, 1976	EF3	95 km	1
Apr 16, 1961	EF3	90 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	90 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	67 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	82 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	96 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	94 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF2	70 km	0
Aug 15, 1997	EF2	80 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	66 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	30 km	0
Sep 26, 1994	EF2	28 km	0
Sep 18, 1991	EF2	52 km	0
Nov 20, 1989	EF2	51 km	0
Jun 20, 1989	EF2	78 km	0
Jul 26, 1981	EF2	70 km	0
Jun 9, 1980	EF2	26 km	0
Jun 3, 1980	EF2	90 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 ac, 2014).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2014	BEAR DEN	945	77 km
2018	FIELDS RUN	711	83 km
2006	BEAR TRAP	561	96 km
2005	UNNAMED	510	81 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-5°C)	2.7 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	2.6 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	3.5 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	57°F (14°C)	4.0 in
June	65°F (18°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.6 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.9 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.4 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.0 in

Altoona has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.6").

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Altoona is located in Blair County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 19.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.4% of the vote, a 43.5-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 462 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%

D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	1,428
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.9%
	41% below US avg
High School+	92.6%
Graduate Degree+	5.4%
School Test Score	5.95

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	4,444/sq mi
Total Area	9.8 sq mi
County	Blair County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.6%
Avg Download Speed	104.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	15
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	462
Restaurants	305
Retail Stores	495

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	5.8%

Average costs for common services in Altoona. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit	$342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit	$195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling	$244 ($146–$390)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement	$195 ($98–$342)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install	$6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair	$976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement	$8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense	$4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation	$488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation	$2,440 ($976–$4,880)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$244)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread	$3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$195 ($98–$390)

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Top Industries in Blair County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	11,547	651	$56,891	1.39
Retail Trade	8,025	488	$34,976	1.38
Manufacturing	7,133	143	$61,912	1.50
Accommodation & Food Services	4,801	295	$19,321	0.91
Transportation & Warehousing	3,206	80	$65,261	1.30
Construction	2,696	295	$62,067	0.89
Other Services	2,063	355	$34,916	1.18
Administrative & Waste Services	1,865	144	$45,432	0.55
Wholesale Trade	1,854	130	$64,928	0.81
Professional & Technical Services	1,744	212	$71,547	0.43
Management of Companies	1,287	41	$120,758	1.32
Arts & Entertainment	915	47	$23,456	0.94
Finance & Insurance	907	170	$79,018	0.39
Information & Technology	679	42	$55,955	0.62
Real Estate	484	114	$49,313	0.54
Educational Services	441	35	$31,532	0.37
Agriculture & Forestry	309	30	$39,410	0.66
Mining & Oil/Gas	172	8	$97,053	0.78
Utilities	146	4	$125,451	0.66

Colleges & Universities in Altoona

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	Public · Bachelor's	2,736	97.3%	$15,944	$26,668
Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center	Public · Certificate	230	—	—	—
Altoona Beauty School Inc	Private For-Profit · Certificate	162	—	—	—
YTI Career Institute-Altoona	Private For-Profit · Associate	162	—	—	—
The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona	Private For-Profit · Certificate	84	—	—	—

Hospitals in Altoona

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
JAMES E. VAN ZANDT VA MEDICAL CENTER (ALTOONA)	Acute Care - Veterans Administration	4/5	Yes	(814) 943-8164
UPMC ALTOONA	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(814) 889-2011

Schools in Altoona

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Altoona Area HS	High	2,228	137	16.3:1
Altoona Area Jr HS	Middle	1,727	131	13.2:1
Juniata Gap El Sch	Elementary	553	34	16.3:1
Pleasant Valley El Sch	Elementary	465	37	12.6:1
Juniata El Sch	Elementary	460	38	12.1:1
Logan El Sch	Elementary	439	32	13.7:1
Mowrie A Ebner El Sch	Elementary	406	30	13.5:1
Penn-Lincoln El Sch	Elementary	368	35	10.5:1
Baker El Sch	Elementary	299	18	16.6:1
Irving El Sch	Elementary	280	17	16.5:1
Central PA Digital Lrng Foundation CS (Charter)	Other	148	37	4.0:1
Kimmel Alternative School	High	1	5	0.2:1

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Radio Stations near Altoona

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Altoona

8 campgrounds found near Altoona.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Tatman Run Picnic Shelter	4.7/5	1	$75
Seven Points Picnic Shelters	4.6/5	5	$75
SEVEN POINTS (PA)	4.5/5	267	$28–$200
Aitch Picnic Shelter	4.0/5	1	$75
NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)	3.8/5	50	$15
SUSQUEHANNOCK	3.8/5	64	$25–$32
Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter	3.5/5	1	$75
Weaver Falls Shelter	1.0/5	1	$67

National Parks Near Altoona

67 national parks and monuments found near Altoona.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Bald Eagle State Park	State Park	Free
Berkeley Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Big Run Sp	State Park	Free
Black Moshannon State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park	State Park	Free
Bucktail State Park	State Park	Free
Bucktail State Park	State Park	Free
Cacapon Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Caledonia State Park	State Park	Free
Canoe Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Casselman River Bridge Sp	State Park	Free
Catoctin Mountain Park	Park	Free
Clear Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Colonel Denning State Park	State Park	Free
Cook Forest State Park	State Park	Free
Cowans Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Cunningham Falls Sp	State Park	Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland	State Park	Free
Cunningham Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Dans Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Deep Creek Lake Sp	State Park	Free
Flight 93 National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Forest Cathedral Natural Area	State Park	Free
Fort Frederick Sp	State Park	Free
Fort Frederick State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp	State Park	Free
Fowlers Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Greenbrier Sp	State Park	Free
Greenbrier State Park	State Park	Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Hyner Run State Park	State Park	Free
Hyner View State Park	State Park	Free
Johnstown Flood National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Kettle Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Keystone State Park	State Park	Free
Kooser State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Ridge State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Summit State Park	State Park	Free
Linn Run State Park	State Park	Free
Mont Alto State Park	State Park	Free
New Germany Sp	State Park	Free
Parker Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park	State Park	Free
Poe Paddy State Park	State Park	Free
Poe Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Prince Gallitzin State Park	State Park	Free
Reeds Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Gap Sp	State Park	Free
Shawnee State Park	State Park	Free
Simon B. Elliott State Park	State Park	Free
Sinnemahoning State Park	State Park	Free
South Mountain Sp	State Park	Free
South Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
South Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
State Park	State Park	Free
Trough Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Upper Pine Bottom State Park	State Park	Free
Warriors Path State Park	State Park	Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Whipple Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Wills Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Woodmont Nrma	State Park	Free
Yellow Creek State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Altoona

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$90,780,616
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ART AT ALTOONA	ART MUSEUM			$90,780,616
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ART AT JOHNSTOWN	ART MUSEUM			$90,780,616
RAILROADERS HERITAGE CORPORATION	GENERAL MUSEUM			$1,265,973
BLAIR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3419 OAK LANE	8149423916	$66,402
BLAIR COUNTY GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8146963492	$42,230
QUAINT CORNER CHILDREN S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM			$33,567
FIRE BASE EAGLE	HISTORY MUSEUM		8149401899	$1,987
ALLEGHENY PORTAGE RAILROAD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8148866116
ALTO MODEL TRAIN MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	3332 COLONIAL DR	8142245414
BAKER MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8149423916
CRESSON AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	THIRD ST	8148867082
FIRE BASE EAGLE VIETNAM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8149401899
HISTORIC HOLLIDAYSBURG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8146960313
JOHNSTOWN FLOOD NATIONAL MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8148866116
LILLY-WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MARGARET M TOBIN CENTER FOR ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS	GENERAL MUSEUM
TYRONE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	850 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE	8146845141

Libraries in Altoona

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ALTOONA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	1600 FIFTH AVENUE	140,200
HOLLIDAYSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	ONE FURNACE ROAD	48,000
BELLWOOD ANTIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	526 MAIN ST	45,638
PATTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	444 MAGEE AVENUE	21,100
MARTINSBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY	201 SOUTH WALNUT ST	18,325
TYRONE-SNYDER TWNSHP PUB LIB	1000 PENNSYLVANIA AVE.	16,895
ROARING SPRING COMM LIBRARY	320 EAST MAIN ST	14,727
CLAYSBURG AREA PUB LIBRARY INC	957 BEDFORD ST	11,154
CRESSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	231 LAUREL AVE	7,801
LILLY WASHINGTON PUB LIBRARY	520 CHURCH ST	7,584
GALLITZIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	411 CONVENT STREET	7,018
WILLIAMSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY	511 WEST 2ND ST	4,095

Farmers Markets in Altoona

Name	Address	Website
Altoona Farmers Market	Heritage Plaza
Hollidaysburg Farmers Market	On the Diamond
Juniata Farmers Market	Rider Parking Lot- Penn State Altoona- corner of Rider Farm & Juniata Gap Roads
Leighty's Farm Market	16187 Dunnings Highway	Visit
Tyrone Farmers Market	Logan ave.

Breweries in Altoona

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bull Pen	American Restaurant and Brewery	Washington Ave	8146841992
Cove Beverage	Breweries, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Reta	8505 Woodbury Pike
Marzoni's Brick Oven Brewing Co.	American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery	165 Patchway Rd	8146952931	Visit
Oak Spring Winery	Vineyards, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Wine Brokers, Wine	2401 E Pleasant Valley Blvd	8149463799	Visit

Nursing Homes in Altoona

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ALTOONA CENTER FOR NURSING CARE 1020 GREEN AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	120	107	3/5	—	2/5	5/5	8149462700
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER-HILLVIEW 700 S. CAYUGA AVENUE	For profit - Partnership	133	123	1/5	—	2/5	2/5	8149460471
MAYBROOK HILLS REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTE 301 VALLEY VIEW BOULEVARD	For profit - Corporation	240	165	1/5	—	2/5	2/5	8149440845

Pharmacies in Altoona

22 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BROAD AVENUE PHARMACY	2329 BROAD AVENUE	814-943-1310
CVS - 4013	200 EAST PLANK ROAD	814-944-9224
DICK'S PHARMACY INCORPORATED	1903 4TH STREET	814-944-6425
GIANT EAGLE	181 SOPHIRA LANE	814-946-4267
GREENWOOD DRUGS	1667 BELLEMEADE DRIVE	814-944-9551
HOME HEALTH RESOURCE	1216 PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD	814-941-1619
JAMES E VAN ZANDT VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER	2907 PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD	814-943-8164
KMART	528 WEST PLANK ROAD	814-946-3610
MARTIN'S	1000 LOGAN BOULEVARD	814-949-3735
MARTIN'S	200 EAST CHESTNUT AVENUE	814-940-2554
MARTIN'S	2032 EAST PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD	814-944-9998
MOUNTAIN CITY HOME PHARMACY	2621 8TH AVENUE	814-949-4272
RITE AID - 11011	600 CHESTNUT AVENUE	814-943-0545
RITE AID - 11012	3331 PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD	814-942-1081
SAM'S CLUB - 6460	2500 PLANK ROAD	814-946-9784
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	2411 8TH AVENUE	814-944-2095
THOMPSON PHARMACY	1118 12TH STREET	814-944-5033
THOMPSON PHARMACY	600 EAST CHESTNUT AVENUE	814-944-6139
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2049	2600 PLANK ROAD	814-949-8985
WALGREENS - 10386	508 EAST PLANK ROAD	814-944-3236
WEIS MARKETS	100 PARK HILLS PLAZA	814-941-5442
WEIS MARKETS	601 PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD	814-949-6414

Daycare Centers in Altoona

12 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ANGIES ANGELS EARLY LEARNING DEVELOPMENT CENTER 2026 6TH AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 944-1400	OPEN
BEGIN WITH US CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL 711 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 201-2301	OPEN
BEGIN WITH US CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL BLD B 729 GRANT AVE	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 941-0606	OPEN
KIDS FIRST CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING - AAHS 1404 6TH AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 943-8177	OPEN
KIDS FIRST CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING - BAKER 108 W WARD AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 943-8177	OPEN
KIDS FIRST CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING - PENN LINCOLN 411 12TH ST	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 317-5507	OPEN
KIDS FIRST CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING - PLEASANT VLY 310 CAYUGA AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 317-5507	OPEN
MAYBROOK HILLS DAYCARE LLC 301 VALLEY VIEW BLVD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 944-0845	OPEN
STEPPING STONES DAYCARE AND PS INC 201 E WALTON AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 946-0180	OPEN
TENDER LOVE FOR CHDN CHILDCARE PS KINDERGARTEN 1401 12TH AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 942-3816	OPEN
THE ACADEMY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER ALTOONA SITE 1809 11TH ST	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 201-2638	OPEN
TIME TO SUCCEED CHILD CARE AND EARLY LEARNING CTR 1020 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(814) 946-1972	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Altoona

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger	1915 Pleasant Valley Boulevard	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Courtesy Motor Sales	3100 Pleasant Valley Blvd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Courtesy Motor Sales	3100 Pleasant Valley Blvd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
PENNVIEWSUITES1 STATION 1	417 Grandview Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
The Giant Company #6012	2032 E Pleasant Valley Rd	Volta	2		J1772	public
The Giant Company #6466	1000 Logan Blvd	Volta	2		J1772	public
The Giant Company 200 E Chestnut Ave	200 E Chestnut Ave	Volta	2		J1772	public
UPMC Altoona - 2	620 Howard Ave	FLO	2		J1772	public
Wingate By Wyndham - Altoona, PA	909 Chestnut Avenue	Blink Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Altoona

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Top of Bald Eagle Mountain	TOWER	97
Top of Bald Eagle Mountain	TOWER	97
6/10 of a mile east of Cresson	TOWER	97
6/10 of a mile east of Cresson	TOWER	97
6/10 of a mile east of Cresson	TOWER	97
OLD ROUTE 22 (3445)	LTOWER	97
6/10 of a mile east of Cresson	TOWER	97
Rural Route 550 Nealmont Drive (2584)	LTOWER	97
HEMLOCK STREET (83325)	LTOWER	93
2471 Nancys Marina Rd. (2566)	LTOWER	88
280 Skyline Drive (101043)	GTOWER	88
164 A Rocky Acre Road (84884)	LTOWER	78
320 HIGHLAND HEIGHTS LANE (101510)	LTOWER	78
Rte 350 Warriors Mark Road (102017)	LTOWER	69
100 Lookout Road (2579)	LTOWER	61
915 METERS E OF LOOKOUT RD. AT WOPSONONOCK, NE OF ALTOONA	TOWER	52
915 METERS E OF LOOKOUT RD. AT WOPSONONOCK, NE OF ALTOONA	TOWER	52
Deer Run Road Room 1 (2580)	LTOWER	39

Fire Stations in Altoona

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Allegheny Township Fire Department	RR5 Box 2373	Volunteer	814-944-6304
Altoona Fire Department 1	1319 Washington AVE	Career	814-949-2230
Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department	1500 E Pleasant Valley BLVD E	Volunteer	814-943-9185
Logan Township United Fire Department	611 Grandview RD	Volunteer	814-943-2668
Pinecroft Volunteer Fire Company (Antis Township NO 1)	2134 Old 6TH Avenue RD	Volunteer	814-943-3704
Sinking Valley Volunteer Fire Company	RD #3 Box 800	Volunteer	814-944-2496

Power Plants Near Altoona

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
JUNIATA LOCOMOTIVE SHOP	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUST	221112	-78.4	OP
CHESTNUT FLATS WIND FARM	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-78.5	OP

Bridges in Altoona

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1985	33	25,718	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	248	25,718	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	243	17,707	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1959	225	14,138	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1909	28	13,496	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1961	32	10,995	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1914	29	10,037	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	541	9,864	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1958	33	8,187	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	71	7,701	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	63	7,174	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	802	7,141	F
Culvert	Concrete	1995	37	5,432	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	34	4,698	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	27	1,472	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1939	24	1,420	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	25	1,415	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	25	1,375	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1976	24	1,151	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	30	1,135	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1934	35	889	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	2004	20	842	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	25	515	F

Amtrak Stations in Altoona

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Altoona, PA	1231 11th Avenue	TRAIN
Tyrone, PA	Pennsylvania Avenue and West 10th Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Altoona

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Altoona Blair County Airport	AOO	Medium Airport
DuBois Regional Airport	DUJ	Medium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport	JST	Medium Airport
State College Regional Airport	SCE	Medium Airport
Albert Airport	—	Small Airport
Alberter Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Baker-Sell Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnhart Airport	—	Small Airport
Bedford County Airport	—	Small Airport
Beers Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellefonte Airport	—	Small Airport
Bierly(Personal Use) Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Knob Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency Strip	—	Small Airport
Centre Airpark	—	Small Airport
Clearfield Lawrence Airport	—	Small Airport
Cove Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Downes Airport	—	Small Airport
Dream Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Field	—	Small Airport
Ebensburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying R Airport	—	Small Airport
Folmar Airport	—	Small Airport
Greater Breezewood Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hilling International Airport	—	Small Airport
Homan Airport	—	Small Airport
Hostetler Airport	—	Small Airport
Ickes Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Indiana County–Jimmy Stewart Airport	IDI	Small Airport
JJ & PK Airport	—	Small Airport
Lincoln Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Lynn Field	—	Small Airport
Marion Center Speedway Airport	—	Small Airport
Memmi Airport	—	Small Airport
Mid-State Regional Airport	PSB	Small Airport
Mills Brothers Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain Hide-Away Airport	—	Small Airport
Null Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Orchard Airport	—	Small Airport
Pax-Terra Caelum Airport	—	Small Airport
Punxsutawney Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Quemahening Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Rayne Airport	—	Small Airport
Ridge Soaring Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Rocky Hollow Field	—	Small Airport
Schrenkel Airport	—	Small Airport
Somerset County Airport	—	Small Airport
Spud View Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Altoona

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Loretto Police Department
Penn State Altoona Police Services	236 East Wopsononock Avenue
Pennsylvania State Parole
Tyrone Police

Grocery Stores in Altoona

28 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 69029	Supermarket	1706 McMahon Rd
Altoona Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	1400 11th Ave
Blair Deli & Supermarket LLC	Convenience Store	1130 13th Ave
Blochers Meat Market	Specialty Store	109 1st St
Dollar General 17969	Other	1230 14th Ave
Dollar General 21236	Other	3229 6th Ave
Dollar General 4081	Other	311 S Lloyd St
Dollar Tree 7602	Other	700 Valley View Blvd
Fefi's	Convenience Store	320 Howard Ave
Fefi's	Convenience Store	604 7th St
Fefi's	Convenience Store	300 E Grant Ave
Fefi's	Convenience Store	210 4th St
Fefis	Convenience Store	130 E 6th Ave
FIRST STOP SHOP	Grocery Store	1815 Union Ave
Intown Convenience Store	Convenience Store	1205 16th St
Kepners Grandview Meats	Grocery Store	1544 Pleasant Valley Blvd
Martins Food Market 6292	Supermarket	200 E Chestnut Ave
Nfamous	Convenience Store	1429 1st Ave
Roll's Meat Market Llc	Specialty Store	101 E 3rd Ave
Rutter's 83	Convenience Store	3000 6th Ave
Sandy's 10TS	Convenience Store	1010 6th Ave
Sheetz 11	Convenience Store	700 Chestnut Ave
Sheetz 34	Convenience Store	1701 7th Ave
Sheetz 354	Convenience Store	1915 Pleasant Valley Blvd
Sunoco	Convenience Store	1700 7th Ave
The Market Basket Downtown	Other	1306 11th Ave
Thompson Pharmacy	Other	600 E Chestnut Ave
Weis Markets 64	Supermarket	601 Pleasant Valley Blvd

Post Offices in Altoona

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Main Post Office, Altoona PA	1201 11th Avenue

Treatment Centers in Altoona

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Cen Clear Child Services Inc - DBA CenClear	Substance Abuse	814-224-1380
Impact Counseling Services LLC	Substance Abuse	814-695-2200
James E Van Zandt VA Medical Center	Both	814-943-8164
Larocco Counseling Inc	Substance Abuse	814-946-5179
PA Treatment and Healing (PATH)	Substance Abuse	814-201-2355
Phoenix Domus LLC	Substance Abuse	814-502-5157
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Gratitude House	Substance Abuse	814-944-3210
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Tradition House	Substance Abuse	814-944-3035 x138
UPMC - Western Behavioral Of The Alleghanies	Both	814-943-0414

Churches & Religious Organizations in Altoona

50 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
18TH STREET COMMUNITY CHURCH	1416 18TH ST
ABOUNDING HOPE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	127 E CAROLINE AVE
ALTOONA AREA LUTHERAN CO-MISSION INC	1110 7TH AVE
ALTOONA BIBLE INSTITUTE	711 3RD AVE
ALTOONA WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH	601 5TH AVE
ARCHWAY MINISTRIES	895 29TH ST
BACKYARD MINISTRIES INC	418 26TH AVE
BELL AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH	621 BELL AVE
BETHANY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	200 3RD AVE
BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL	2400 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD
BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL INC	2400 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD
CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS POST 1691	290 VALLEY AVE
CENTER CITY CHURCH INC	1220 12TH AVE
CHABAD OF ALTOONA	108 W 13TH AVE
CHAMPION LIFE CHURCH INC	1314 12TH ST
CHRIST SECOND LUTHERAN CHURCH	1534 4TH ST
ELEMENT CHURCH OF GOD	3415 PLEASANT VALLEY BOULEVARD
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF ALTOONA INC	315 40TH ST
FAITH BIBLE CHURCH OF BELLWOOD PENNSYLVANIA	2682 E PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERN CHURCH	RR 5 BOX 864
FIELDS OF HARVEST FELLOWSHIP	RR 2 BOX 733
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1401 12TH AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	1314 12TH ST
GOSPEL LIFE CHURCH OF BLAIR COUNTY	300 E WHITTIER AVE
GOSPEL SOUNDS MUSIC MINISTRY INC	900 N 2ND ST
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL	5519 6TH AVE
HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH	1433 13TH AVE
INDEPENDENT BIBLE CHURCH	548 55TH ST
INDEPENDENT CATHOLIC FOUNDATION	3618 FIFTH AVENUE SUITE 1
JOSHUA HOUSE INC	1220 12TH AVE
LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP	116 TRINITY LN
LIVING STONES RESOURCES	1262 N 13TH ST
MOUNT OLIVET LUTHERAN CHURCH	236 REEDS LN
MOUNT ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF ALTOONA	2121 5TH AVE
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	600 RITTS RD
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF ALTOONA	621 BELL AVE
OVERFLOW CHURCH	127 5TH AVE
PLEASANT GAP LUTHERAN HOUSING COMMUNITY INC	998 LOGAN BLVD
PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	2401 BROAD AVE
REGENERATE INC	2816 BROAD AVE
RENEW WESLEYAN CHURCH	2300 8TH AVE
RIGGLES GAP BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 644
SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH	2115 ANTIS RD
SS PETER AND PAUL ORTHODOX CHURCH	2027 13TH AVE
ST ANDREWS REFORMED EPISCOPAL CHURCH	719 CHAPEL DR
ST MINA COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH OF ALTOONA PA	1910 19TH ST
SYNAGO 31ST STREET HOUSE OF WORSHIP	3003 WALNUT AVE
TRANSFORMATION CHURCH	1001 S 1ST ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	408 N 6TH ST
VINEYARD ALTOONA	801 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Altoona

What is the population of Altoona?

Altoona has a population of 43,508 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 4,444 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Altoona expensive to live in?

Altoona has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $50,171, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Altoona safe?

Public safety is a concern in Altoona, with a violent crime rate of 608 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,554 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Altoona receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Altoona?

Altoona has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches, with 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Altoona?

Altoona has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,024. There are 3,430 business establishments in the area, including 305 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 5.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Altoona?

The median home value in Altoona is $113,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,654. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,849.

How are the schools in Altoona?

Schools in Altoona score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.9% of adults in Altoona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Altoona?

The obesity rate in Altoona is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 75.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,295.

What is transportation like in Altoona?

The average commute in Altoona is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 5.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Altoona?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Altoona is 89.8% White, 3.3% Black or African American. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 17.5% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

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City Guide — Altoona

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

Health 10/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 2/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 25/32

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