Independence Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,276
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
28.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$93,380
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$255,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$741
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,101
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Beaver County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Beaver County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (51%) ConservativeClimate
Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 8 | 28 |
| Feb | 2 | 6 | 31 |
| Mar | 3 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 3 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 3 | 5 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Independence El Sch
<1 miles, NE
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Hopewell El Sch
4 miles, E
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Bethel Christian School
4 miles, NW
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Montessori School for Creative Learning
5 miles, E
Colleges
Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry
6 miles, E
Robert Morris University
6 miles, SE
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Community College of Beaver County
8 miles, NE
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DCI Career Institute
9 miles, NE
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Hospitals
Heritage Valley Sewickley
8 miles, E
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Heritage Valley Beaver
12 miles, NE
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Heritage Valley Kennedy
13 miles, SE
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Weirton Medical Center
14 miles, W
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Airports
Pittsburgh International Airport
6 miles, SE
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Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
52 miles, SE
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Akron-Canton Regional Airport
64 miles, NW
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North Central West Virginia Airport
86 miles, S
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