Allentown, PA Livability

Allentown

65
Ranked in the 51st percentile

Allentown

  • Allentown is ranked #1,198 in Pennsylvania
  • Allentown is ranked #14,297 in the USA
  • Lots of Local Amenities
  • Sunny Weather
  • Low Cost of Living
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65Allentown
68Pennsylvania
64USA
AmenitiesA+ There are lots of amenities close to this location. View Amenities Report Cost of livingC+ Cost of living index is 5% lower than Pennsylvania View Cost Of Living Report CrimeD- Total crimes are 57% higher than Pennsylvania View Crime Report EducationF High school graduation rate is 16% lower than Pennsylvania View Education Report EmploymentF Median household income is 32% lower than Pennsylvania View Employment Report HousingD Median home value is 25% lower than Pennsylvania View Housing Report WeatherB- Average summer temperature is 70°F View Weather Report Reviews? Read or write a review about this area View All Reviews

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Attractions6/10
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Nightlife7/10
Dining7/10
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I lived in Allentown, PA for a short period of time in 2005 when I was younger. I moved to Allentown, PA from Pittsburgh, PA so it was a bit of a change for me. The town was not in very good shape, but it was going through major changes to improve job growth and opportunities. Since there are nice places to live, people that are relocating should find suitable …
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AreaVibes ContributorPosted on Jan 13, 2015
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Attractions8/10
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I hear a lot of Allentown reviews criticizing Allentown as some sort of a dangerous slum. Frankly I think that is a bit ridiculous. Allentown for ever however small it seems compared to major urban centers, is the 3 largest city in Pa. Because of this its going to have 'large' city problems, such as pockets of poverty and the sequel that often comes with that. HOWEVER, Allentown …
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What churches near Allentown have Evening or Non-Sunday services? I just got transferred to the area and am working a Sunday-Wednesday 10-hour shift and don't get home until around 6:30 pm. What churches are there in the area that I could attend? …
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Source: The Allentown, PA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the 2016 United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
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