An elevated score in the commute category points to excellent public transit accessibility and shorter-than-average work commute times in this area.
Taking into account the cost of goods and services like housing, groceries, transportation and utilities, the overall cost of living in this area is well below average.
Higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates are seen in this area. The result is a high score in the employment category.
High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.
Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.
The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.
Statistic | Patterson Heights | Pennsylvania | National |
Average one way commute | 23min | 26min | 26min |
Workers who drive to work | 87.1% | 76.5% | 76.4% |
Workers who carpool | 2.3% | 8.5% | 9.3% |
Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 5.6% | 5.1% |
Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
Workers who walk | 0.7% | 3.8% | 2.8% |
Working from home | 9.9% | 4.2% | 4.6% |