Altoona

PA

Blair County, Pennsylvania

Population 121K |Median income $62,382 |4 hospitals

Population
121,277
Blair County
Median Income
$62,382
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$161,100
-29% vs avg
Median Age
43.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
121K-4%
Median Income
$62,382+45%
Median Home Value
$161,100+51%
Poverty Rate
12%-15%
Unemployment
4.4%-40%

Economics

Median Rent
$885/mo
Poverty Rate
12% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.4%
Work From Home 7.1%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 92.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
African American 2%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.3%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
JAMES E. VAN ZANDT VA MEDICAL CENTER (ALTOONA)
ALTOONA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration
★★★★☆
CONEMAUGH NASON MEDICAL CENTER
ROARING SPRING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UPMC ALTOONA
ALTOONA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Altoona Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Altoona, PA? ▼
Altoona, PA has a population of 121,277 people, located in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Altoona? ▼
The median household income in Altoona, PA is $62,382 per year. The poverty rate is 12%.
What is the median home value in Altoona? ▼
The median home value in Altoona, PA is $161,100. Median rent is $885/month.
What are the top health concerns in Altoona? ▼
The top health indicators in Altoona include Short Sleep Duration (40.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Altoona? ▼
Altoona has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Altoona? ▼
The median age in Altoona, PA is 43.1 years. 24.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Altoona, PA is located in Blair County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 121K and a median household income of $62,382, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Altoona area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Blair County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.