Lucerne Mines, PA

Pennsylvania · Indiana County

Lucerne Mines is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 764. Residents earn $71,511 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

764 Population 910/sq mi density

$71,511 Median Income $32,135 per capita

$129,500 Home Value $129,820 Zillow

$1,026 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$71,511 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$129,500 home value, $1,026/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

11.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $71,511

5% lower than US avg

Home Value $129,500

54% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,026

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population764

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density910/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans19.2%

Economy

Median Income$71,511

Per Capita$32,135

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$4,202M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$129,500

Rent$1,026

Ownership81.1%

Zillow$129,820

Housing Units365

Rent Burden14.5%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property543/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.8%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,095 ft (334 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.07

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute22 min

Broadband80.2%

EV Stations7

Libraries3

Is Lucerne Mines a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lucerne Mines receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Lucerne Mines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lucerne Mines is $71,511, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lucerne Mines is $129,500, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lucerne Mines 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 543 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lucerne Mines 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.

Lucerne Mines has a population of 764 with a density of 910 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 19.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

764

Total Population

910

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lucerne Mines 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

Lucerne Mines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lucerne Mines is $71,511, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,135 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,072, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lucerne Mines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,511
	5% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,135
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,072
IRS Avg AGI	$61,579
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,921
County GDP	$4,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants	166
Healthcare	249
Retail	276
Manufacturing	82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,080
	45% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.7 min
Drive Alone	63.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lucerne Mines is $129,500, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,820. Monthly rent averages $1,026 (12% 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. 81.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 365 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). 14.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$129,500
	54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$129,820

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,026
	12% below US avg
Rent Burden	14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	81.1%
Owner-Occupied	81.1%
Renter-Occupied	18.9%
Housing Units	365
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,080
	45% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.92%

In Lucerne Mines, 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: Lucerne Mines vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.2%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.8%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.2%
Mental Distress	13.9%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.1%

Primary Care	1:1,973
Dentists	1:2,304
Mental Health	1:258
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	58.9%
Premature Death	10,212/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	65.7%
Healthcare Facilities	249

Lucerne Mines has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 543 per 100,000, 72% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lucerne Mines receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	543.5/100K
	72% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Lucerne Mines 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 1,095 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	49.5°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,095 ft (334 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	910/sq mi
Coordinates	40.5565°N, 79.1539°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Indiana County County
Nearest Airport	Arnold Palmer Regional (LBE) 24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"

26% above US avg

Snowfall 45.8"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.76"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

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 Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	63.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	70.5 / 100
Community Resilience	68.9 / 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	147 km
Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	140 km
Sep 11, 2024	4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania	M2.5	120 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

247 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 7 fatalities, 399 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF4	57 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF4	80 km	0
Jun 3, 1980	EF4	50 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	90 km	1
Jul 11, 1976	EF3	37 km	1
Aug 3, 1963	EF3	67 km	2
Jun 26, 2024	EF2	46 km	0
May 11, 2024	EF2	83 km	0
Aug 25, 2023	EF2	72 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	36 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	51 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	65 km	0
Mar 23, 2011	EF2	58 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF2	7 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	99 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	79 km	0
Aug 15, 1997	EF2	29 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	34 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	60 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	45 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2014	BEAR DEN	945	89 km
2005	UNNAMED	510	86 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	48°F (9°C)	3.7 in
May	58°F (14°C)	4.3 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in
July	71°F (22°C)	4.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (20°C)	4.0 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.9 in
October	51°F (11°C)	3.0 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.7 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	3.4 in

Lucerne Mines has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.9").

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Lucerne Mines is located in Indiana County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% 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. 80.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 249 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 63.9% 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 Severity	0.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.07

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	910/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi
County	Indiana County County

Services

Broadband Access	80.2%
Avg Download Speed	95.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	249
Restaurants	166
Retail Stores	276

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.7 min
Drive Alone	63.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.6%

Average costs for common services in Lucerne Mines. 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 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

Radio Stations near Lucerne Mines

45 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
WIBC 93.1 Indianapolis, IN	indianapolis, news talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
Ancient Faith Radio - English Music	choir, christian orthodox	AAC+ 96 kbps
WERK	classic hits	AAC+ 64 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
WBAA Jazz 101.3 HD-2 West Lafayette, IN	jazz, npr	MP3 128 kbps
Worldwide Legend Oldies	—	MP3 128 kbps
93.5 MAX - WMXQ - Maximum Classic Rock	classic rock	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
z103.us	classic country, contemporary country	AAC 64 kbps
WBAA News On AM 920 - West Lafayette, IN	npr, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
WZVN 107.1 FM - Z107 - Lowell, IN	adult-contemporary	MP3 96 kbps
WABX 107.5 Evansville, IN	classic rock, evansville	AAC+ 64 kbps
The Lloyd Evansville	—	MP3 64 kbps
WLTH Gary, Indiana	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Indy Dancers	—	MP3 192 kbps
WTHI 99.9 "HI-99" Terre Haute, IN	country, terre haute	AAC+ 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
The Valley AM 1620	—	MP3 128 kbps
WQKL Kool 103.3 Punxsutawney	adult alternative, pa	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Pantera 103.9 FM	banda, entretenimiento	AAC+ 32 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
WIOE Oldies 101.1 South Whitley, Indiana	—	MP3 128 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
WVFI Radio	college radio	MP3 192 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

Campgrounds Near Lucerne Mines

7 campgrounds found near Lucerne Mines.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
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 Lucerne Mines

43 national parks and monuments found near Lucerne Mines.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Bendigo State Park	State Park	Free
Berkeley Springs 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
Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??)	State Park	Free
Dans Mountain 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
New Germany Sp	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
Sang Run State Park	State Park	Free
Shawnee State Park	State Park	Free
Simon B. Elliott State Park	State Park	Free
Warriors Path State Park	State Park	Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Wills Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Woodmont Nrma	State Park	Free
Yellow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Youghiogheny Wild River Nea	State Park	Free

Museums in Lucerne Mines

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JOHNSTOWN AREA HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,294,460
CAMBRIA COUNTY COMMUNITY ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM	1217 MENOHER BLVD	8142556515	$272,686
JIMMY STEWART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		7243496112	$126,153
HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIANA COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7244639600	$103,595
ROXBURY BANDSHELL PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$42,791
INDIANA COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7244655555	$16,179
BLAIRSVILLE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD	HISTORY MUSEUM
DERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	357 PITTSBURGH STREET	7246948808
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE BLAIRSVILLE AREA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7244590580
HOMER-CENTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7244799894
JOHNSTOWN FLOOD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8145391889
KIPP GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7243572787
LAZARETTO PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION OF TINICUM TOWNSHIP	HISTORY MUSEUM	5471 ROUTE 56 HWY E - BOX 25
UNIVERSITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7243572397
VETERANS MEMORIAL MONUMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Lucerne Mines

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CAMBRIA SYS ADMIN UNIT	248 MAIN ST.	162,559
ADAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1112 LIGONIER ST	147,644
INDIANA FREE LIBRARY INC	845 PHILADELPHIA ST	74,797
NEW FLORENCE COMMUNITY LIBRARY	122 LIGONIER STREET	13,624
BLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	113 N. WALNUT ST.	13,575
BURRELL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	190 PARK DRIVE	6,151

Farmers Markets in Lucerne Mines

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Downtown Johnstown Farmer's Market	Main Street	May to October	Fri:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Indiana County Farmers Market	8th & Church St.	06/06/2020 to 10/31/2020			Visit
Latrobe Farmers Market	Latrobe Memorial Stadium parking lot
Wednesday, Indiana County Farmers' Market	Wayne Avenue & Hospital Rd	06/10/2020 to 10/07/2020	Wed: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
West End Farmer's Market	401 Broad Street	June to October	Tue:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Lucerne Mines

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Duquesne Beer	Beer Garden and Brewery	1215 Maple St
Four Seasons Brewing	candle, wholesale, Brewery, supply, non durable goods	745 Lloyd Ave	7245204111, 7245397868
Montgomery Underground Winery	Vineyards, Brewers, Wineries	130 Montgomery Ln	7243544340
Mountain Beverage	Malt Beverages, Breweries, Vintondale, PA, Beverages, Vintondale Malt Beverages, (1)	513 Admiral Peary Hwy	8144466951

Cell Towers in Lucerne Mines

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1820 Mulligan Hill Road	TOWER	108
2172 SKYLINE DR	TOWER	96
2172 SKYLINE DR	TOWER	96
Whitesell Road (113566)	LTOWER	91
Health Camp Road (96187)	LTOWER	90
SHANNON CREEK ROAD (3523)	LTOWER	88
Penn View Mountain Road, Route 22 (96163)	LTOWER	88
3677 Chestnut Ridge Road	TOWER	87
3677 Chestnut Ridge Road	TOWER	87
LEGISLATIVE ROUTE 64262 (3503)	LTOWER	81
Rd 1 Box 156F, White Oak Lane (96148)	LTOWER	79
6740 E. Highway 22 (101032)	LTOWER	61
14345 Rt. 422 Highway E (113029)	MTOWER	61
Road 5, Box 131 A (96200)	GTOWER	61
ROAD #1 BOX 625 (96168)	LTOWER	57
Girty Road (96115)	GTOWER	55

Bridges in Lucerne Mines

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	45	15,630	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2018	193	15,630	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	145	15,630	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	986	5,117	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	999	4,665	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	173	4,185	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1937	107	4,177	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	172	4,116	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	357	4,099	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2016	118	4,099	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	352	4,058	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2015	118	4,058	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	263	3,911	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	261	3,837	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	29	2,153	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	219	2,153	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	34	654	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	24	654	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	20	645	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	31	154	P

Amtrak Stations in Lucerne Mines

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Blairsville, PA	1601 Old William Penn Highway	BUS
Indiana, PA	711 Pratt Drive	BUS
Johnstown, PA	47 Walnut Street	TRAIN
Latrobe, PA	329 McKinley Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Lucerne Mines

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BETHLEHEM STEEL CO., INC	119 WALNUT STREET	CAMBRIA
HOMER CITY GEN LP/CENTER TWP	1750 POWER PLANT RD	INDIANA
HOMER CITY GEN LP/CENTER TWP	1750 POWER PLANT RD	INDIANA
INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA	650 SOUTH 13TH STREET (ROBERT SHAW BUILDING)	INDIANA
KEYSTONE CONEMAUGH PROJ LLC/CONEMAUGH STATION	1442 POWER PLANT RD	INDIANA
SEWARD POWER PLANT	595 PLANT ROAD	WESTMORELAND
VS RUBBER	313 KEYSTONE DR	LEBANON

Airports Near Lucerne Mines

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport	LBE	Medium Airport
DuBois Regional Airport	DUJ	Medium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport	JST	Medium 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
Clarion County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clearfield Lawrence 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
Ebensburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensburg Jeannette Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Ickes Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Indiana County–Jimmy Stewart Airport	IDI	Small 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
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
Pax-Terra Caelum 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
Seitz Field	—	Small Airport
Skala Airport	—	Small Airport
Somerset County Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lucerne Mines

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
City of Latrobe Police Department
Clymer Borough Police Department	115 6th Street

Grocery Stores in Lucerne Mines

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Sheetz 369	Convenience Store	2260 Route 119 Hwy S

Treatment Centers in Lucerne Mines

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Guidance Center	Mental Health	724-465-5576
Peniel D/A - Treatment Facility	Substance Abuse	814-536-2111
Southwestern Behavioral Care Inc - Latrobe Office	Both	724-532-1700
Torrance State Hospital	Mental Health	724-459-4580

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lucerne Mines

What is the population of Lucerne Mines?

Lucerne Mines has a population of 764 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 910 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Lucerne Mines expensive to live in?

Lucerne Mines 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 $71,511, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,500 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lucerne Mines safe?

Lucerne Mines 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 543 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lucerne Mines receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lucerne Mines?

Lucerne Mines 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 Lucerne Mines?

The job market in Lucerne Mines is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate 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 22 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lucerne Mines?

The median home value in Lucerne Mines is $129,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,820. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,026. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,080.

How are the schools in Lucerne Mines?

Schools in Lucerne Mines score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.4% of adults in Lucerne Mines hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lucerne Mines?

The obesity rate in Lucerne Mines 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 Lucerne Mines?

The average commute in Lucerne Mines is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 63.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lucerne Mines?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lucerne Mines is 98.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 19.2% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability. 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

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