The map shows where residents in State College and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
Desireability Index
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The most desired areas tend to be in the west parts of the city, while more affordable homes are in the north regions.
Median house prices in State College, PA are $400,307, meaning State College homes are similar to the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of cities with similar populations and found homes in State College cost less.
Comparing within Pennsylvania, State College home prices are more expensive than the state's average of $270,478. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in State College, PA.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within State College varies greatly.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in State College, PA average a SchoolGrade of A+ with 67% actual proficiency vs 60% projected. Overall, schools in State College, PA greatly exceed expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in State College, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)