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Ernest, PA

Pennsylvania · Indiana County

Ernest is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 368. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 1,600/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $26,955 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $154,041 Zillow
$929 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
1,350 Violent Crime/100K 1,912 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $929/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,350 violent crimes/100K (255% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,350/100K
255% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.0%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,600/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$26,955
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$4,202M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$929
Ownership72.5%
Zillow$154,041
Housing Units166
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

F
Violent1,350/100K
Property1,912/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
Smoking21.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,159 ft (353 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score6.07

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.3%
EV Stations7
Libraries3

Is Ernest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ernest receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Ernest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ernest is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ernest is $81,000, 71% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,350 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 1,912 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ernest experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 45.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ernest has a population of 368 with a density of 1,600 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

368
Total Population
1,600
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ernest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ernest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ernest is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,955 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,072, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,921 business establishments, including 166 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ernest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,955
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$61,579
Gini Index0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,921
County GDP$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare249
Retail276
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ernest is $81,000, 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,041, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% 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. 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 166 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $5,080 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.5%
Owner-Occupied72.5%
Renter-Occupied27.5%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,080
45% above US avg
Effective Rate6.27%
In Ernest, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 13.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,973. The dentist ratio is 1:2,304. 65.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.2%
Kidney Disease3.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Primary Care1:1,973
Dentists1:2,304
Mental Health1:258
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death10,212/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities249
Ernest has a violent crime rate of 1,350 per 100,000 residents, 255% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,912 per 100,000, 2% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ernest receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,350.2/100K
255% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,911.6/100K
2% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ernest experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.8 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 1,159 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,159 ft (353 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Coordinates40.6789°N, 79.1658°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyIndiana County County
Nearest AirportArnold Palmer Regional (LBE)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 45.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0430 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.87 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score63.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability70.5 / 100
Community Resilience68.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively High
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Sep 11, 2024.

Sep 25, 1998 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania M4.5 137 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 143 km
Sep 11, 2024 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

238 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 410 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF4 70 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF4 70 km 0
Jun 3, 1980 EF4 48 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF3 46 km 1
Sep 3, 1963 EF3 90 km 0
Aug 3, 1963 EF3 72 km 2
Jun 26, 2024 EF2 52 km 0
May 11, 2024 EF2 88 km 0
Aug 25, 2023 EF2 84 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF2 25 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 52 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 63 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF2 66 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 13 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 92 km 0
Aug 15, 1997 EF2 41 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 33 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 38 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 46 km 0
Sep 26, 1994 EF2 46 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 ac, 1990).

Year Name Acres Distance
1990 UNNAMED 628 97 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.8 in
April 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 4.1 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.5 in

Ernest has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.9").

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Ernest is located in Indiana County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 30.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.2% of the vote, a 39.1-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 249 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score6.07
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyIndiana County County

Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Avg Download Speed95.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities249
Restaurants166
Retail Stores276

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%
Average costs for common services in Ernest. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Indiana 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 4,734 297 $53,881 1.19
Retail Trade 3,667 249 $34,531 1.32
Accommodation & Food Services 2,531 162 $19,610 1.00
Manufacturing 1,985 79 $56,465 0.87
Wholesale Trade 1,500 65 $57,938 1.37
Finance & Insurance 1,473 98 $84,928 1.31
Other Services 1,270 165 $48,944 1.52
Transportation & Warehousing 1,003 63 $49,992 0.85
Construction 914 149 $56,709 0.63
Mining & Oil/Gas 890 54 $96,805 8.47
Professional & Technical Services 658 128 $64,472 0.34
Utilities 542 15 $125,812 5.13
Administrative & Waste Services 532 68 $50,907 0.33
Management of Companies 314 16 $127,218 0.67
Agriculture & Forestry 271 42 $41,306 1.20
Real Estate 212 54 $44,190 0.49
Information & Technology 187 20 $54,338 0.36
Educational Services 170 22 $40,633 0.30
Arts & Entertainment 166 24 $21,894 0.36

Schools in Ernest

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rayne El Sch Elementary 288 24 12.0:1
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Radio Stations near Ernest

72 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVPE HD3 - Blues blues, npr AAC 64 kbps
Indiana Public Radio WBST npr, public radio AAC 96 kbps
Slack Radio "bob", "bob"dobbs AAC 320 kbps
WXLW 950 "Freedom 95" Indianapolis, IN conservative, finance AAC+ 32 kbps
Q95 Classic Rock classic rock AAC 24 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - English Music choir, christian orthodox AAC+ 96 kbps
WIBC 93.1 Indianapolis, IN indianapolis, news talk AAC+ 32 kbps
WERK classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Worldwide Legend Oldies - MP3 128 kbps
KRMG 102.3 FM Tulsa local news, news AAC+ 56 kbps
WBAA Jazz 101.3 HD-2 West Lafayette, IN jazz, npr MP3 128 kbps
WIBQ 1230 "The Talk Station" Terre Haute, IN news talk, terre haute AAC+ 32 kbps
z103.com Seven Decades of Great Music Huntington, Indiana - AAC 128 kbps
KOMA 92.5 "Oklahoma's Greatest Hits" Okahoma City, OK classic rock, oklahoma city AAC+ 32 kbps
zapstech media radio misc, news OGG 128 kbps
WBAA News On AM 920 - West Lafayette, IN npr, public radio MP3 128 kbps
93.5 MAX - WMXQ - Maximum Classic Rock classic rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Pop! 93.1 - 95.9 WQYX 2000s, 2010s AAC 64 kbps
WLJE 105.5-FM Valparaiso, IN (Indiana 105) classic country, country MP3 96 kbps
WFYI 90.1 Indianapolis, IN bbc, indianapolis MP3 128 kbps
Bigfoot Legends WWCH 94.1-101.3 clarion, classic country AAC+ 32 kbps
Passport Radio WCPA 900AM 98.5-101.7FM classic, classic rock AAC 64 kbps
z103.us classic country, contemporary country AAC 64 kbps
KUCO 90.1 Edmond, OK classical, edmond MP3 192 kbps
KTUZ 106.7 "La Z" Okarche, OK okarche, oklahoma city AAC+ 32 kbps
Éxitos 96.5 FM banda, grupera MP3 64 kbps
LWorks Radio hot ac MP3 160 kbps
KRXO-HD3 "Exitos 96.5" Oklahoma City, OK oklahoma city, spanish oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
House of Praise christian contemporary, christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
WABX 107.5 Evansville, IN classic rock, evansville AAC+ 64 kbps
KMGL "Magic 104.1" Oklahoma City, OK adult contemporary, commercial AAC+ 32 kbps
104.5 KMYZ The Edge alternative rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
KOSU-HD2 "The Spy" Stillwater, OK community radio, indie MP3 96 kbps
105.5 The X Factor - MP3
KXFC 105.5 "The X Factor" Coalgate, OK ada, coalgate MP3
KADA "Cool 99.3" Ada, OK ada, adult contemporary MP3
the Oasis Radio Network nondenominational christian programming AAC 128 kbps
WCED Connect FM 96.7-99.7 DuBois/Brookville brookville, dubois AAC+ 32 kbps
KOKC News/Talk 1520 (Oklahoma City, OK) commercial, news AAC+ 32 kbps
KOSU 91.7 Stillwater, OK adult album alternative, indie MP3 96 kbps
KCCU 89.3 Lawton, OK lawton, npr MP3 96 kbps
Mega Rock 100.5 - 105.5 WMKX dubois, rock MP3 128 kbps
KRXO 104.5-HD2 Oklahoma City, OK classic rock, commercial AAC+ 32 kbps
WKY 930 "ESPN Deportes" Oklahoma City, OK deportes, espn MP3 80 kbps
Majic 95.9 adult contemporary AAC
WVFI Radio college radio MP3 192 kbps
WIKY 104.1 Evansville, IN adult contemporary, evansville AAC+ 64 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - Global Music christian orthodox, orthodox christian AAC+ 96 kbps
WFIU 1 - MP3 128 kbps
WIUX - 99.1 FM music, student radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Madison County Sheriff, Fire and EMS, Anderson Police ems scanner, fire scanner MP3 16 kbps
WNIN Tri-State Public Media Inc. classical, public radio MP3 96 kbps
WKPW Knightstown - AAC+ 64 kbps
WLPR 89.1 Lakeshore Public Radio - Lowell, IN apm, lowell MP3 128 kbps
La Pantera 103.9 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 32 kbps
WVPE Blues3 Elkhardt, IN blues, npr AAC 64 kbps
Lafayette Q1067 - AAC+ 64 kbps
WMGI 100.7 "Mix FM" Terre Haute, IN contemporary hits, terre haute AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mystery Theater USA cbsrmt, mystery MP3 128 kbps
WQKL Kool 103.3 Punxsutawney adult alternative, pa AAC+ 64 kbps
WVPE 88.1 Elkhardt, IN apm, npr AAC+ 64 kbps
WVPE News2 Elkhardt, IN jazz, npr AAC+ 64 kbps
WGCS 91.1 "The Globe" Goshen, IN bluegrass, college radio MP3 170 kbps
WIOE Oldies 101.1 South Whitley, Indiana - MP3 128 kbps
WTHI 99.9 "HI-99" Terre Haute, IN country, terre haute AAC+ 64 kbps
Indy Dancers - MP3 192 kbps
WLTH Gary, Indiana - AAC+ 32 kbps
The Valley AM 1620 - MP3 128 kbps
WZVN 107.1 FM - Z107 - Lowell, IN adult-contemporary MP3 96 kbps
The Lloyd Evansville - MP3 64 kbps
WBCL 90.3 FM Ft. Wayne, IN christian contemporary, christian rock AAC+ 32 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - English Talk christian orthodox, christian preaching AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ernest

7 campgrounds found near Ernest.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BUSH RECREATION AREA 4.4/5 43 $23, $48
Hancock Bend Boat Launch and Recreation Area 4.2/5 2 $35
Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area 4.1/5 4 $35
Crooked Creek Lake 4.0/5 51 $15, $35
CONEMAUGH LAKE PAVILIONS 3.7/5 2 $60
Loyalhanna Lake Pavilions 3.7/5 2 $70
Crooked Creek Lake Pavilions 3.0/5 6 $35

National Parks Near Ernest

36 national parks and monuments found near Ernest.

ParkTypeFee
Allegheny Islands State Park State Park Free
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bendigo State Park State Park Free
Blue Knob State Park State Park Free
Bucktail State Park State Park Free
Canoe Creek State Park State Park Free
Casselman River Bridge Sp State Park Free
Clear Creek State Park State Park Free
Cook Forest State Park State Park Free
Elk State Park State Park Free
Flight 93 National Memorial National Memorial Free
Forest Cathedral Natural Area State Park Free
Fort Necessity National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Friendship Hill National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Johnstown Flood National Memorial National Memorial 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
Maurice K. Goddard State Park State Park Free
Moraine State Park State Park Free
Ohiopyle State Park State Park Free
Oil Creek State Park State Park Free
Parker Dam State Park State Park Free
Point State Park State Park Free
Prince Gallitzin 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
Sizerville State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Yellow Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ernest

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
JIMMY STEWART MUSEUMART MUSEUM7243496112$126,153
COOLSPRING POWER MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM179 COOLSPRING ROAD8148496883$104,335
HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIANA COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7244639600$103,595
INDIANA COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM7244655555$16,179
BLAIRSVILLE UNDERGROUND RAILROADHISTORY MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE BLAIRSVILLE AREAHISTORIC PRESERVATION7244590580
HOMER-CENTER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7244799894
KIPP GALLERYART MUSEUM7243572787
LAZARETTO PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION OF TINICUM TOWNSHIPHISTORY MUSEUM5471 ROUTE 56 HWY E - BOX 25
SMICKSBURG AREA HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8142578890
UNIVERSITY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7243572397

Libraries in Ernest

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
INDIANA FREE LIBRARY INC845 PHILADELPHIA ST0.074,797
BLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY113 N. WALNUT ST.0.013,575
BURRELL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY190 PARK DRIVE0.06,151

Farmers Markets in Ernest

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Indiana County Farmers Market 8th & Church St.06/06/2020 to 10/31/2020Visit
Wednesday, Indiana County Farmers' MarketWayne Avenue & Hospital Rd06/10/2020 to 10/07/2020Wed: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Ernest

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Rose Inn

Breweries in Ernest

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Duquesne BeerBeer Garden and Brewery1215 Maple St
Montgomery Underground WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries130 Montgomery Ln7243544340
Mountain BeverageMalt Beverages, Breweries, Vintondale, PA, Beverages, Vintondale Malt Beverages, (1)513 Admiral Peary Hwy8144466951

Cell Towers in Ernest

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
State Rd. 3017TOWER130
State Rd. 3017TOWER130
2172 SKYLINE DRTOWER96
2172 SKYLINE DRTOWER96
Whitesell Road (113566)LTOWER91
Health Camp Road (96187)LTOWER90
Penn View Mountain Road, Route 22 (96163)LTOWER88
3677 Chestnut Ridge RoadTOWER87
3677 Chestnut Ridge RoadTOWER87
Rd 1 Box 156F, White Oak Lane (96148)LTOWER79
6740 E. Highway 22 (101032)LTOWER61
14345 Rt. 422 Highway E (113029)MTOWER61
Road 5, Box 131 A (96200)GTOWER61
ROAD #1 BOX 625 (96168)LTOWER57
Girty Road (96115)GTOWER55

Bridges in Ernest

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1924716,797P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196553250P
Tee BeamConcrete193923214F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous2017146214G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198473100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19735375F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19105150F

Amtrak Stations in Ernest

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Blairsville, PA1601 Old William Penn HighwayBUS
Indiana, PA711 Pratt DriveBUS

Superfund Sites Near Ernest

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HOMER CITY GEN LP/CENTER TWP1750 POWER PLANT RDINDIANA
HOMER CITY GEN LP/CENTER TWP1750 POWER PLANT RDINDIANA
INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA650 SOUTH 13TH STREET (ROBERT SHAW BUILDING)INDIANA
VS RUBBER313 KEYSTONE DRLEBANON

Airports Near Ernest

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arnold Palmer Regional AirportLBEMedium Airport
DuBois Regional AirportDUJMedium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County AirportJSTMedium Airport
Venango Regional AirportFKLMedium Airport
Alberter Farms Airport-Small Airport
Barnhart Airport-Small Airport
Bedford County Airport-Small Airport
Blue Knob Valley Airport-Small Airport
C & W Milliron Flying Field-Small Airport
Cedar Run Airport-Small Airport
Clarion County Airport-Small Airport
Culmerville Airport-Small Airport
Davis Airport-Small Airport
Downes Airport-Small Airport
Dream Field-Small Airport
Dunbar Airport-Small Airport
Dunlea Airpark-Small Airport
Eakin Airport-Small Airport
Ebensburg Airport-Small Airport
Frederick Airpark-Small Airport
Greensburg Jeannette Regional Airport-Small Airport
Ickes Airport-Small Airport
Indian Lake Airport-Small Airport
Indiana County–Jimmy Stewart AirportIDISmall Airport
Inter County Airport-Small Airport
J T Willie Airport-Small Airport
Joseph A. Hardy Connellsville Airport-Small Airport
Kiski Airport-Small Airport
Lindsay Airport-Small Airport
Lynn Field-Small Airport
Marion Center Speedway Airport-Small Airport
Mayport Airport-Small Airport
McCauley's Airport-Small Airport
McVille Airport-Small Airport
Mount Pleasant/Scottdale Airport-Small Airport
Nardo Airport-Small Airport
Nolnacs Airport-Small Airport
Null Farms Airport-Small Airport
Offutt Acres Airport-Small Airport
Old Orchard Airport-Small Airport
Parker-Cramer Airport-Small Airport
Phil Cain Memorial Field Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Pittsburgh Northeast Airport-Small Airport
Powell Kaiser Airport-Small Airport
Punxsutawney Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Quemahening Flightpark Ultralightport-Small Airport
Rayne Airport-Small Airport
River Hill Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Rocky Hollow Field-Small Airport
Rostraver Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Ernest

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Clymer Borough Police Department115 6th Street

Treatment Centers in Ernest

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community Guidance CenterMental Health724-465-5576

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ernest

What is the population of Ernest?

Ernest has a population of 368 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,600 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.3 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Ernest expensive to live in?

Ernest 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 $68,750, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $81,000 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ernest safe?

Public safety is a concern in Ernest, with a violent crime rate of 1,350 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 1,912 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ernest receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ernest?

Ernest has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 45.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Ernest?

Ernest has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,072. There are 1,921 business establishments in the area, including 166 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ernest?

The median home value in Ernest is $81,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,041. For renters, the median monthly rent is $929. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.5%. The average annual property tax is $5,080.

How are the schools in Ernest?

Schools in Ernest score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.0% of adults in Ernest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ernest?

The obesity rate in Ernest is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 65.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,973.

What is transportation like in Ernest?

The average commute in Ernest is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ernest?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ernest is 95.1% White, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

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