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Loretto, PA

Pennsylvania · Cambria County · Johnstown Metro

Loretto is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,370. Residents earn $61,591 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,370 Population 1,457/sq mi density
$61,591 Median Income $8,910 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $135,163 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,591 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,591
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.8%
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,370
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density1,457/mi²
Male / Female32% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans1.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,591
Per Capita$8,910
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
Ownership71.2%
Zillow$135,163
Housing Units163
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,968 ft (600 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+24.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute13 min
Broadband92.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Loretto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loretto receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Loretto stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loretto is $61,591, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loretto is $187,500, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Loretto is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

Loretto is a highly educated community / 52.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Loretto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Loretto has a population of 1,370 with a density of 1,457 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 68.5% female and 31.5% male. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 5.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 1.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,370
Total Population
1,457
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.5%
Female 68.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Loretto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish 7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loretto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loretto is $61,591, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $8,910 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Loretto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,591
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,910
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Loretto is $187,500, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,163, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 163 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $4,651 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,163

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Loretto, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,437. The dentist ratio is 1:1,685. 85.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Primary Care1:1,437
Dentists1:1,685
Mental Health1:414
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death10,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities471
Loretto has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents74
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Loretto experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°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 40.7 inches. The area receives 49.9 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 1,968 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,968 ft (600 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,457/sq mi
Coordinates40.5084°N, 78.6351°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCambria County County
Nearest AirportArnold Palmer Regional (LBE)
44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 49.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0427 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)9.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.77 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.27 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score76.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.4 / 100
Community Resilience96.5 / 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 Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 13, 2019.

Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 96 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 149 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 149 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 145 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

189 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 256 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF4 71 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF4 75 km 0
Jun 3, 1980 EF4 94 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 92 km 1
Jul 11, 1976 EF3 75 km 1
Jun 26, 2024 EF2 88 km 0
Aug 25, 2023 EF2 94 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 86 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 95 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 76 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 84 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 51 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 89 km 0
Aug 15, 1997 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 86 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 54 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 11 km 0
Sep 26, 1994 EF2 21 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 BEAR DEN 945 74 km
2018 FIELDS RUN 711 94 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 75 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in

Loretto has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.7").

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Loretto is located in Cambria County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 52.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 24.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.7-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 471 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 47.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents74
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.8%
57% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+24.4%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,457/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyCambria County County

Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Avg Download Speed125.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%
Average costs for common services in Loretto. 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)
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)
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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)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Cambria 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 9,974 619 $57,025 1.46
Retail Trade 6,068 448 $32,295 1.28
Manufacturing 4,191 126 $61,370 1.07
Accommodation & Food Services 3,974 297 $17,325 0.92
Other Services 2,109 358 $32,971 1.47
Administrative & Waste Services 1,981 132 $38,123 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 1,979 98 $46,019 0.98
Professional & Technical Services 1,910 194 $78,720 0.58
Construction 1,591 220 $62,145 0.64
Educational Services 1,524 32 $46,036 1.55
Finance & Insurance 1,444 167 $68,180 0.75
Wholesale Trade 1,202 112 $68,313 0.64
Information & Technology 562 44 $52,250 0.63
Arts & Entertainment 478 47 $21,302 0.60
Management of Companies 455 23 $96,992 0.57
Real Estate 323 70 $42,959 0.44
Utilities 295 12 $101,656 1.63
Agriculture & Forestry 89 20 $35,515 0.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 78 8 $80,363 0.43

Colleges & Universities in Loretto

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Saint Francis University Private Non-Profit · Graduate 3,269 76.9% $41,720 $41,720

Radio Stations near Loretto

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WQKL Kool 103.3 Punxsutawney adult alternative, pa AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Loretto

4 campgrounds found near Loretto.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Tatman Run Picnic Shelter 4.7/5 1 $75
Aitch Picnic Shelter 4.0/5 1 $75
NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) 3.8/5 50 $15
Weaver Falls Shelter 1.0/5 1 $67

National Parks Near Loretto

53 national parks and monuments found near Loretto.

ParkTypeFee
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
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
Cowans Gap 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 Necessity National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace 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
New Germany Sp State Park Free
Ohiopyle State Park State Park Free
Parker Dam State Park State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Prince Gallitzin State Park State Park Free
Rocky Gap Sp State Park Free
Sang Run State Park State Park Free
Shawnee State Park State Park Free
Simon B. Elliott State Park State Park Free
Sinnemahoning State Park State Park Free
Trough Creek 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
Youghiogheny River Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Youghiogheny Wild River Nea State Park Free

Museums in Loretto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM$90,780,616
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ART AT ALTOONAART MUSEUM$90,780,616
SOUTHERN ALLEGHENIES MUSEUM OF ART AT JOHNSTOWNART MUSEUM$90,780,616
RAILROADERS HERITAGE CORPORATIONGENERAL MUSEUM$1,265,973
CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8144726674$103,638
BLAIR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3419 OAK LANE8149423916$66,402
QUAINT CORNER CHILDREN S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM$33,567
1889 SOUTH FORK FISHING AND HUNTING HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION186 MAIN STREET8144855410
ALLEGHENY PORTAGE RAILROAD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8148866116
ALTO MODEL TRAIN MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3332 COLONIAL DR8142245414
BAKER MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8149423916
CRESSON AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONTHIRD ST8148867082
FIRE BASE EAGLE VIETNAMGENERAL MUSEUM8149401899
HISTORIC HOLLIDAYSBURGHISTORIC PRESERVATION8146960313
JOHNSTOWN FLOOD NATIONAL MEMORIALGENERAL MUSEUM733 LAKE RD8144954643
JOHNSTOWN FLOOD NATIONAL MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION8148866116
LAUREL HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL VILLAGEHISTORY MUSEUM8143221825
LILLY-WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MARGARET M TOBIN CENTER FOR ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONSGENERAL MUSEUM
NANT-Y-GLO TRI AREA MUSEUM & HISTORIAL SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM929 ROBERTS STREET8147497352
PORTAGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8147369223

Libraries in Loretto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALTOONA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY1600 FIFTH AVENUE0.0140,200
HOLLIDAYSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARYONE FURNACE ROAD0.048,000
HIGHLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY330 SCHOOLHOUSE RD0.035,466
PATTON PUBLIC LIBRARY444 MAGEE AVENUE0.021,100
NANTY GLO PUBLIC LIBRARY942 ROBERTS ST0.016,875
EBENSBURG FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY225 W HIGHLAND AVE0.016,382
ROARING SPRING COMM LIBRARY320 EAST MAIN ST0.014,727
NORTHERN CAMBRIA PUBLIC LIBRARY1030 PHILADELPHIA AVENUE0.012,105
CLAYSBURG AREA PUB LIBRARY INC957 BEDFORD ST0.011,154
CRESSON PUBLIC LIBRARY231 LAUREL AVE0.07,801
LILLY WASHINGTON PUB LIBRARY520 CHURCH ST0.07,584
PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY704 MAIN STREET0.07,020
GALLITZIN PUBLIC LIBRARY411 CONVENT STREET0.07,018
HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY312 BEAVER ST0.06,816
CARROLLTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY140 EAST CARROLL STREET0.05,904
SOUTH FORK PUBLIC LIBRARY320 MAIN ST0.05,120
BEAVERDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY506 JEFFERSON AVE0.05,029

Farmers Markets in Loretto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ebensburg Farmers MarketCorner of Hugh and Julian StreetsVisit
Hollidaysburg Farmers MarketOn the Diamond
Juniata Farmers Market Rider Parking Lot- Penn State Altoona- corner of Rider Farm & Juniata Gap Roads
Leighty's Farm Market 16187 Dunnings HighwayVisit

Breweries in Loretto

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cove BeverageBreweries, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Reta8505 Woodbury Pike
Marzoni's Brick Oven Brewing Co.American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery165 Patchway Rd8146952931Visit

Cell Towers in Loretto

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
205 Sunset RoadTOWER99
205 Sunset RoadTOWER99
205 Sunset RoadTOWER99
205 Sunset RoadTOWER99
6/10 of a mile east of CressonTOWER97
6/10 of a mile east of CressonTOWER97
6/10 of a mile east of CressonTOWER97
OLD ROUTE 22 (3445)LTOWER97
6/10 of a mile east of CressonTOWER97
HEMLOCK STREET (83325)LTOWER93
313 HILLCREST STREET (3448)MTOWER90
280 Skyline Drive (101043)GTOWER88
164 A Rocky Acre Road (84884)LTOWER78
320 HIGHLAND HEIGHTS LANE (101510)LTOWER78
100 Lookout Road (2579)LTOWER61
361 Tower Road. (106157)LTOWER61
702 New Germany RoadTOWER59
702 New Germany RoadTOWER59
915 METERS E OF LOOKOUT RD. AT WOPSONONOCK, NE OF ALTOONATOWER52
915 METERS E OF LOOKOUT RD. AT WOPSONONOCK, NE OF ALTOONATOWER52

Fire Stations in Loretto

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Loretto Community Volunteer Fire Company181 St. Mary's STVolunteer814-472-9160

Bridges in Loretto

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198113028,818F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19812283,515F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19621042,601P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198948500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199960307G

Correctional Facilities in Loretto

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
FCI LORETTO772 SAINT JOSEPH STFEDERAL898677OPEN
FCI LORETTO CAMP772 SAINT JOSEPH STFEDERAL83107OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Loretto

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Altoona, PA1231 11th AvenueTRAIN
Ebensburg, PA202 West High StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Loretto

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
INTER POWER AHLCON LP/COLVER POWER PROJ141 INTERPOWER DRCAMBRIA

Airports Near Loretto

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Altoona Blair County AirportAOOMedium Airport
DuBois Regional AirportDUJMedium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County AirportJSTMedium 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
Blue Haven Airport—Small Airport
Blue Knob Valley Airport—Small Airport
Clearfield Lawrence Airport—Small Airport
Cove Valley Airport—Small Airport
Davis Airport—Small Airport
Downes Airport—Small Airport
Dream Field—Small Airport
Dunlea Airpark—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
Ickes Airport—Small Airport
Indian Lake Airport—Small Airport
Indiana County–Jimmy Stewart AirportIDISmall Airport
Keystone Airport—Small Airport
Lincoln Farms Airport—Small Airport
Lynn Field—Small Airport
Marion Center Speedway Airport—Small Airport
Mayport Airport—Small Airport
Memmi Airport—Small Airport
Mid-State Regional AirportPSBSmall Airport
Mountain Hide-Away Airport—Small Airport
Nolnacs Airport—Small Airport
Null Farms Airport—Small Airport
Old Orchard Airport—Small Airport
Parker-Cramer Airport—Small Airport
Pax-Terra Caelum Airport—Small Airport
Powell Kaiser 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
Strohmier Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Flight Park Ultralightport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Loretto

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Adams Township Police
Adams Township Police
Cherry Tree Police Department
Ebensburg Borough Police Department300 West High Street
Ebensburg Borough Police Department
Loretto Police Department
Municipal Building/Campus Police300
Penn State Altoona Police Services236 East Wopsononock Avenue
Pennsylvania State Parole
Pennsylvania State Police
Richland Township Police Department

Grocery Stores in Loretto

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Smithmyer's SuperetteGrocery Store163 Saint Mary Street

Treatment Centers in Loretto

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cen Clear Child Services Inc - DBA CenClearSubstance Abuse814-224-1380
Community Guidance CenterSubstance Abuse814-420-8673
Impact Counseling ServiceSubstance Abuse814-515-3208
Impact Counseling Services LLCSubstance Abuse814-695-2200
James E Van Zandt VA Medical CenterBoth814-943-8164
Larocco Counseling IncSubstance Abuse814-946-5179
Phoenix Domus LLCSubstance Abuse814-502-5157
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Gratitude HouseSubstance Abuse814-944-3210
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Tradition HouseSubstance Abuse814-944-3035 x138
UPMC - Western Behavioral Of The AlleghaniesBoth814-943-0414

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loretto

What is the population of Loretto?

Loretto has a population of 1,370 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,457 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 68.5% female and 31.5% male.

Is Loretto expensive to live in?

Loretto 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 $61,591, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,500 (33% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Loretto safe?

Loretto is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Loretto?

Loretto has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Loretto?

The job market in Loretto is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $958. There are 3,304 business establishments in the area, including 299 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Loretto?

The median home value in Loretto is $187,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,163. The homeownership rate is 71.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,651.

How are the schools in Loretto?

Schools in Loretto score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 52.8% of adults in Loretto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 24.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Loretto?

The obesity rate in Loretto is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 85.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,437.

What is transportation like in Loretto?

The average commute in Loretto is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 47.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Loretto?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Loretto is 86.8% White, 5.9% Black or African American, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 1.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.6% of residents have a disability. 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

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