Cambria County

Cambria County, PA has a population of approximately 130,000 as of the 2020 census. The racial makeup is primarily White (93.4%), followed by Black or African American (3.4%), Asian (0.6%), and other races. The median age is about 45 years. The median household income is around $47,000, with 15% of residents living below the poverty line. The county spans 688 square miles and includes notable towns such as Johnstown, the county seat.

As of 2021, Cambria County, PA, had a median home value of approximately $79,900. The county has around 58,000 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 73.2%. The median rent stands at about $654 per month. Housing costs are affordable compared to state and national averages, reflecting the region's overall lower cost of living. The vacancy rate hovers around 13%, partly due to economic shifts and population decline.

Cambria County, PA, conducts various elections, including local, state, and federal races. As of the latest election cycle in 2022, voter turnout was approximately 58%. Key races included the gubernatorial election, where Democratic candidate Josh Shapiro won with around 55% of the county's vote against Republican Doug Mastriano. In the U.S. Senate race, Democrat John Fetterman narrowly led with about 50.5% over Republican Mehmet Oz. Local elections featured several county commissioner candidates, with Republicans Tom Chernisky and Bill Smith receiving 35% and 33% respectively, and Democrat Donna Blough securing 32%. For detailed and updated election results, it's advisable to visit the Cambria County Election Office website or contact them directly.

As of the latest available data, Cambria County, PA, shows the following education statistics:

• High school graduate or higher: Approximately 90.3% of residents aged 25 and older, which is slightly below the national average of 91.2% and also below the Pennsylvania state average of 90.9%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: About 20.3% of residents aged 25 and older possess a bachelor's degree or higher. This is considerably below the national average of 33.1% and the Pennsylvania state average of 31.4%.

In summary, while Cambria County is close to both state and national averages for high school completion, it lags significantly in higher education attainment compared to both Pennsylvania and the broader United States.

As of recent data, Cambria County, PA, has an employment rate with notable figures. The total employment is approximately 58,000. Top industries include healthcare and social assistance (employing around 17%), retail trade (about 15%), and manufacturing (roughly 12%). Education services and public administration also play significant roles.

Comparing this to national averages, healthcare and social assistance is slightly above the national average of 14%. Retail trade is in line with the national average. Manufacturing in Cambria is significantly higher compared to the national average of 8.5%.

At the state level, Pennsylvania’s employment pattern shows healthcare and social assistance at 16%, retail at 11%, and manufacturing at 10%. Therefore, Cambria County shows a higher dependency on manufacturing and retail compared to state figures, while closely mirroring the healthcare sector.

As of recent data, the median household income in Cambria County, PA is approximately $45,000. In comparison, the median household income in Pennsylvania is around $63,000, and the national median household income is about $68,700. This indicates that Cambria County's median income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

Cambria County's lower income levels may be attributed to its local economy and industry composition, influencing employment opportunities and wage rates.

As of the latest available data, Cambria County, PA, experiences moderate crime rates compared to national averages. For every 100,000 people, Cambria County has a total crime rate of around 2,311 incidents. The violent crime rate is 178 incidents, and property crime rate is 2,133 incidents per 100,000 people. Below is a table outlining the specific types of crimes in the county:

Crime rates are subject to change and should be reviewed with the latest local reports for the most accurate information.