Washington Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,859 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,742 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$903 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westmoreland County
2
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

Westmoreland County
2
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

Climate

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 12 28
Feb 2 9 30
Mar 3 6 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 7 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Kiski Area South Primary Sch
3 miles, S · 4.6star
Kiski Area Upper El Sch
4 miles, NE · 2.8star
Nhs Schools- Apollo
5 miles, NE · 1star
Sloan El Sch
5 miles, SW · 4.6star
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Colleges

Citizens School of Nursing
11 miles, NW · 3.7star
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Hospitals

Forbes Hospital
10 miles, W · 3.2star
Upmc East
10 miles, W · 4.1star
Allegheny Valley Hospital
10 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
33 miles, W · 3.2star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
100 miles, NW · 1.4star
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