Altoona
City in Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Altoona, Pennsylvania is a charming small city set in the Allegheny Mountains, known for its rich railroad history and family-friendly community. Visitors will find a mix of historic attractions, scenic parks, and classic American dining. Its welcoming atmosphere makes it a pleasant stop for travelers exploring Central Pennsylvania.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Pennsylvania
Population
8,293
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
40.52°, -78.39°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,810
Local Cost
$1,170
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
9.9°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
-2.3°C
Record High
37.3°C
Record Low
-24.2°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1046 mm
Internet Speed
97 Mbps
Upload
121 Mbps
Latency
19 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
9
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
225.0
Airport
AOO
Distance
25 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.