Livability Score

78
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (0) F
Entertainment (6) A+
Johnstown Flood Museum
Museum
Memorial Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Point Stadium
Stadium
Bottle Works
Theatre Arts
Wagner-Ritter House
Museum
Westwood Plaza Theatre
Cinema
Roxbury Bandshell
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (40) A+
Subway
Fast Food
Fine Wine & Good Spirits
Alcohol
Em's
Fast Food
Stone Bridge Brewing Company
Bar
Lucy's Place
Bar
Scott’s By Dam
Bar
Sundown Saloon
Bar
The Freight Station
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Rovida's
Bar
Franklin Street Bar & Grill
Bar
The Hideaway
Bar
Schultz Bros. Beer Distributor
Beverages
Subway
Fast Food
Back Door Cafe
Bar
5th Ave. Hotel
Bar
3 Reds Tavern
Bar
Croatian Hall
Bar
DaQuan's
Sweets
First Catholic Slovak Band
Bar
Dugout Cafe
Bar
Rocky's Tavern
Bar
Perfection Beverage
Beverages
Southmont Gardens
Bar
Haven Bar & Lounge
Bar
Fitness (4) A+
World War 3 Paintball
Gym
Fitness, Weights & Aerobics
Gym
Turners All Star Cheerleading
Gym
The Grand Halle
Community Centre
Groceries (6) F
Lambcakes
Bakery
Ideal Market
Grocery Store
Baker's Loaf
Bakery
Randy's BiLo
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Parks (18) A+
Central Park
Park
Veterans Park
Park
People's Natural Gas Park
Park
Point Park
Park
Somerset Street Park
Park
The Mound
Park
Brownstown Recreation Park
Park
Sandyvale Memorial Gardens and Concervency
Park
Stackhouse Park
Park
Engh Field
Park
Roxbury Park
Park
Moxham Playground
Playground
Lorain Park
Park
Ferndale Borough Recreational Park
Park
Riverside Community Park
Park
Highland Regional Park
Park
Greenhouse Park
Park
Laurel Highlands Veterans Memorial Park
Park
Shops (38) A+
The Vault
Beauty
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
Chameleon
Books
Valley Vision Care
Optician
Celestial Brides & Prom
Clothing
Universal Cellular Tech
Electronics
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Verizon
Electronics
Shear Magic
Hairdresser
LaPorta’s Flowers & Gifts
Florist
Rent-A-Center
Furniture
LaPorta's Flowers & Gifts
Florist
Cassandra Hair Studio
Hairdresser
Frank's Hairdressing
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
BP Shop
Convenience Store
Sheetz
Convenience Store
M.T. Uniforms
Clothing
Ciscato's Market
Convenience Store
Carpenter's Food Store
Convenience Store
Niki's Curl Up and Dye
Hairdresser
Riek's Country Store
Discount Store
Upper Cuts
Hairdresser
Animal Jack's
Pets
Cambria City Flowers
Florist
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 4.1% take public transportation in Johnstown.
Public Transit Stops (2)
Stops & Stations
B+
Johnstown
Transit Station
Westwood Plaza
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.1%
D+
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Johnstown is 80/100 - which is 18% lower than Pennsylvania.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime D-

Johnstown crime rates are 2,960 per 100k, which is 68% higher than Pennsylvania
Property Crime
2,490 crimes per 100k
D-
Violent Crime
470 crimes per 100k
D-
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employment F

The median income in Johnstown is $29,171 - which is 47% lower than Pennsylvania.
Med. Household Income
$29,171
F
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
F
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (10)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Family Dentistry Associates
Dentist
Pediatric Care Specialists
Doctor
John P. Murtha Cancer Center
Hospital
Brownstown Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Station
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Hospital
Johnstown Fire Department: West End
Fire Station
Vijay K. Malhotra, MD
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Fairfield Ave Family Practice
Doctor
West End Ambulance
Ambulance Station
Gentle Dentistry
Dentist
Geistown Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Station
Conemaugh Township Volunteer Fire Department;Conemaugh Township Volunteer Fire Company
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A-
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housing B

Johnstown home prices are $37,000 - which is 78% lower than Pennsylvania
Home Price
$37,000
F
Home Appreciation Rate
-15%
F
Home Affordability
1.3x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools D+

The Johnstown graduation rate is 78% - which is 8% lower than Pennsylvania
School Test Scores
52%
D-
High School Grad. Rates
78%
D+
Elementary Schools (16) F
Ferndale El Sch
Center For Achievement
Greater Johnstown Ms
East Side El Sch
Greater Johnstown School District'S Cybe
West Side El Sch
West Side Elem Sch
Westmont Hilltop El Sch
Conemaugh Valley El Sch
Divine Mercy Catholic Acadamy
High Schools (10) F
Bishop Mc Cort Catholic High School
Greater Johnstown School District'S Cybe
Greater Johnstown Shs
Ferndale Area Jshs
Conemaugh Valley Jshs
Westmont Hilltop Jshs
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ratings F

Johnstown has an overall rating of 44% from 14 reviews.
User Reviews (4)
From AreaVibes
F
User Surveys (10)
From AreaVibes
F
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  • Johnstown has a Livability Score of 78/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Johnstown crime rates are 68% higher than the Pennsylvania average
  • Cost of living in Johnstown is 18% lower than the Pennsylvania average
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Small Town Pride 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 24, 2020) As a local business owner, i cant express enough, the sence of hometown pride one has to have to rate their hometown. Born and raised here in Johnstown. We, like alot of towns, have alot of ups and downs. We do have issues with infrastructure. But. We also have a wide range of ac ...Read More tivities and events to enjoy. There are alot of great places to eat, drink, and party. There are family oriented activities that we enjoy often. I take pride in saying im from Johnstown. Even though we can sometimes get a bad reputation, it is not that experience for everybody. Come see for yourself! Read Less
The definition of a dying town 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 10, 2020) Johnstown was once a booming metropolis where everyone was doing well. Now, it's gone to complete garbage. The only thing this place has going for it are its restaurants, and I can't even give that a 10, because there are places Johnstown needs bad. People tell me that as long as ...Read More you don't associate with the "bad people" here, you don't have to worry about crime, but you always have to fear about getting caught in crossfire, or if someone you're close to is associated with shady people. There's really not much to do here, either. The mall is dying, there's no amusement parks, finding a job here is impossible, and if you want your kid to get a good high school education, DO NOT send them to Greater Johnstown School District. The better neighborhoods to live in are too expensive, the cheaper neighborhoods are either filled with crooks or crazy people, and the drug problem is really rough here. Also run by a very corrupt city council. I only live here now because of my family and closest friends. Read Less
Johnstown IS AN ARMPIT 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 20, 2019) Don't come here unless you want rampant drugs (every 3rd home acc to JPD)...attacking Pit Bulls...corrupt CITY GOVERNMENT...AND LOUSY WEATHER-NO JOBS EXCEPT DRUG SELLING..Only section 8s and illegals are flocking in.. ...Read More Read Less
There is More than the Johnstown Flood Museum 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) I loved living in Johnstown PA! I was fortunate enough to experience and see the growth of Johnstown over the last several years.

The on-going attraction that is a must do in Johnstown is the Johnstown Included Plane. It was built in 1891 and still runs between April 1 and Dece
...Read More mber 31. Don't forget to try the Italian Restaurant at the top.

Being on the Conemaugh River you can find outside activities to pass the days away. Greenhouse Park was recently renovated and you can take a path down to the Conemaugh River to enjoy a lazy afternoon.

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown is the largest regional campus of University of Pittsburgh. So if you are in school for the first time or looking to continue your education you have a top notch university at your fingertips.

I love to go and see the Johnstown Tomahawks who are part of the NAHL or the AAABA Baseball Tournament.

Johnstown is a bit isolated from the bigger cities such as Pittsburgh. Read Less
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Johnstown IS AN ARMPIT 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 20, 2019) Don't come here unless you want rampant drugs (every 3rd home acc to JPD)...attacking Pit Bulls...corrupt CITY GOVERNMENT...AND LOUSY WEATHER-NO JOBS EXCEPT DRUG SELLING..Only section 8s and illegals are flocking in.. ...Read More Read Less
There is More than the Johnstown Flood Museum 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) I loved living in Johnstown PA! I was fortunate enough to experience and see the growth of Johnstown over the last several years.

The on-going attraction that is a must do in Johnstown is the Johnstown Included Plane. It was built in 1891 and still runs between April 1 and Dece
...Read More mber 31. Don't forget to try the Italian Restaurant at the top.

Being on the Conemaugh River you can find outside activities to pass the days away. Greenhouse Park was recently renovated and you can take a path down to the Conemaugh River to enjoy a lazy afternoon.

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown is the largest regional campus of University of Pittsburgh. So if you are in school for the first time or looking to continue your education you have a top notch university at your fingertips.

I love to go and see the Johnstown Tomahawks who are part of the NAHL or the AAABA Baseball Tournament.

Johnstown is a bit isolated from the bigger cities such as Pittsburgh. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Johnstown? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Central Park
      Veterans Park
      People's Natural Gas Park
      Point Park
      Somerset Street Park
      The Mound
      Brownstown Recreation Park
      Sandyvale Memorial Gardens and Concervency

      Entertainment

      Johnstown Flood Museum
      Memorial Auditorium
      Point Stadium
      Bottle Works
      Wagner-Ritter House
      Westwood Plaza Theatre
      Roxbury Bandshell

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Fine Wine & Good Spirits
      Em's
      Stone Bridge Brewing Company
      Lucy's Place
      Scott’s By Dam
      Sundown Saloon
      The Freight Station

      C Commute

      Is public transit available in Johnstown? Of all people who commute, 4.1% take public transportation in Johnstown.
      Drive to Work
      68%

      8% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      7%

      5% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Johnstown a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      John P. Murtha Cancer Center
      Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Pediatric Care Specialists
      Vijay K. Malhotra, MD
      Fairfield Ave Family Practice