Altoona, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Blair County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Altoona based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
43,508
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,171
2023
Median Home Value
$113,600
2023
Median Rent
$789
2023
Median Age
39.8
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
80.8
100 = national avg
Altoona is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 43,508 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Altoona is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Altoona is $50,171, and the median home value is $113,600. The cost of living index is 80.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $789 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 39.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
43,508
Male
21,389
49.2%
Female
22,119
50.8%
Median Age
39.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.9%
High School or Higher
48.9%
Foreign Born
1.3%
Veterans
6.3%
Married
34.3%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.189
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
89.8%
Foreign Born
1.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
766 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
98.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
41,012
English Only
97.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
337 speakers
Limited English
0.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.2%
Limited English Proficiency
0.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,751
6.3% of population
Disability Rate
29.0%
797 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$38,929
Unemployment Rate
9.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,636
95.8%
Female Veterans
115
4.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$38,929
Non-Veteran Income
$30,330
Difference
$8,599
28.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
797
Without Disability
1,954
Disability Rate
29.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
39,948
#1 Ancestry
German
33.1% (14,400)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
19.0% (8,261)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
12.7% (5,547)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
18,498
Family Households
10,630
57.5%
Married Couples
6,482
35.0%
Non-Family Households
7,868
42.5%
Single Mother Households
3,022
16.3%
Single Father Households
1,126
6.1%
Living Alone
6,572
35.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,160
In Married Couple
3,917
48.0%
With Single Mother
3,294
40.4%
With Single Father
949
11.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$67,103
Married Couple Income
$92,477
Single Mother Income
$36,588
Single Father Income
$50,957
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
801
Grandparents Responsible
418
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,171
-31% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,116
-19% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.8%
+39% vs national
Gini Index
0.4593
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
26.0%
of households
How Altoona Compares
Altoona vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Altoona is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Altoona, PA has a median household income of $50,171, making it the 21,302nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher median household income than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Altoona, PA has a per capita income of $30,116, making it the 17,124th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher per capita income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Altoona, PA has a poverty rate of 18.8%, making it the 7,954th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher poverty rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Altoona, PA has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,742nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Altoona. The median household income here is $50,171.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+32% vs PA avg
Labor Force
20,842
Employed
19,436
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.8
Work from Home
5.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Altoona, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$81.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
80.8
100 = national avg
-19.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,563
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,058
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$948
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,138
per month
The median household income in Altoona, PA is $50,171, which is 31.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,116. The poverty rate of 18.8% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4593, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 20,842. 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 5.8% working from home. About 79.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 80.8, which is 19.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,563 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$162,500
Median List Price
$140,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$92
Days on Market
31
Active Inventory
95
Months of Supply
3.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$133,520
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,013
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
25.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
29
New Listings
27
Pending Sales
39
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$92
Median List $/SF
$100
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Altoona, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Altoona, PA metro area, home prices have risen 93.5% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 66.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Altoona, PA housing market rather than Altoona alone.
Metro area: Altoona, PA
Altoona vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Altoona is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Altoona, PA has a median home value of $113,600, making it the 20,363rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher median home value than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Altoona, PA has a median rent of $789, making it the 15,954th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher median rent than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Altoona, PA has a price per square foot of $92, making it the 17,661st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher price per square foot than 15% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Altoona, PA has a rent burden of 18.9%, making it the 10,477th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Altoona has a higher rent burden than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$113,600
Median Rent
$789
Total Housing Units
20,983
Vacancy Rate
11.8%
Owner Occupied
64.2%
Renter Occupied
35.9%
Median Property Tax
$1,346
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$757
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,346
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
of home value
Median Home Value
$113,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,583
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,346) by the median home value ($113,600). In Altoona, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.19%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Altoona, PA is $162,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 31 days on the market. 10.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $92. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,013/month. About 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1944. There are 20,983 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,346. The effective tax rate is 1.19%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.35
per 1,000 residents
+29% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.50
per 1,000 residents
+8% vs national
Total Crimes
927
2024
Violent Clearance
61%
cases solved
Property Clearance
27%
cases solved
YoY Change
+17.1%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Altoona Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Altoona vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Altoona is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Altoona police solve 100% of murder cases but only 3% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.02 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 32 | 0.75 | 3.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 31 | 0.73 | 61.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 78 | 1.84 | 84.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 141 | 3.32 | 26.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 595 | 14.03 | 25.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 49 | 1.16 | 44.9% |
Altoona, PA reported 142 violent crimes and 785 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.35 per 1,000 residents is 28.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 61% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 595 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 21.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 142 | 785 | 3.35 | 18.50 |
| 2023 | 122 | 781 | 2.86 | 18.30 |
| 2020 | 191 | 811 | 4.43 | 18.82 |
| 2019 | 264 | 675 | 6.08 | 15.54 |
| 2018 | 165 | 684 | 3.76 | 15.60 |
| 2017 | 120 | 918 | 2.70 | 20.69 |
| 2016 | 158 | 821 | 3.50 | 18.18 |
| 2015 | 137 | 894 | 3.02 | 19.70 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
77.7
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
75.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
57.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
94.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$2.8M
Individual Assistance
$4.7M
Most Common Type
Flood
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.0M | $2.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $376K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $1.3M | $1.3M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | $664K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2003 | — | $228K |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $183K | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Flood | Jul 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Aug 1984 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1977 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jun 1972 | — | — |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Dr-4339 | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,111
Total Claims Paid
$8,508,397
Avg Claim Payout
$7,658
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
13
Federal Funding
$6,092,151
Properties Protected
138
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.77
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $5,062,228 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $34,290 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $311,366 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 1 | $33,320 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $18,713 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Altoona has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, landslide, hurricane. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (6 declarations). 1,111 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,832,552 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,701,645 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 13 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Altoona has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.6 mi
James E. Van Zandt Va Medical ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James E. Van Zandt Va Medical Center (Altoona) | 1.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | — |
| Upmc Altoona | 3.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Conemaugh Nason Medical Center | 14.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Penn Highlands Tyrone | 14.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Conemaugh Miners Medical Center | 21.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
62,795
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ALTOONA WATER AUTHORITY | 62,500 | 3 |
| BROOKWOOD COUNTRYSIDE | 200 | 0 |
| WESTWOOD PARK WATER CO | 95 | 0 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-25% vs national
Drive Alone
79.0%
+0% vs national
Public Transit
1.4%
+53% vs national
Work From Home
5.8%
-38% vs national
Carpool
9.4%
Walk / Bike
3.5%
combined
How Altoona's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
3-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Altoona, PA is 18 minutes, which is 24.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 79.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 5.8% work from home, which is below the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 1.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.4% of workers carpool. 3.5% walk to work. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
84.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
69.9%
of households
No Internet
12.7%
of households
Total Households
18,498
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
88.1%
of households
Smartphone
81.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.7%
of households
Tablet
54.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Altoona vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Population Served
62,795
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALTOONA WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 62,500 | 3 |
| BROOKWOOD COUNTRYSIDE | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| WESTWOOD PARK WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 95 | 0 |
84.6% of households in Altoona have broadband internet access. 69.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.7% of households have no internet access. 11.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 62,795 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Altoona is located in Blair County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Altoona.
Election Overview
Source: Blair County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
18,127
27.9%
GOP Votes
46,352
71.4%
Total Votes
64,949
Margin
R+43.5%
Shift from 2020
No change
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,127 | 46,352 | 64,949 | 27.9% | 71.4% | R+43.5 |
| 2020 | 17,636 | 45,306 | 63,595 | 27.7% | 71.2% | R+43.5 |
| 2016 | 13,093 | 37,224 | 52,029 | 25.2% | 71.5% | R+46.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Blair County recorded 64,949 total votes. Republicans won the county with 71.4% of the vote compared to 27.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+43.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted No change from the previous election. Since 2016, Blair County has shifted 2.9 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
259
Total Assets
$387.7M
Total Income
$124.5M
Per 10K Residents
59.5
nonprofits
-48.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
42
Median Assets
$413K
Oldest Active
1928
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $289.5M of $387.7M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Altoona
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAltoona, PA has 259 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $387.7M. The most common category is Education, with 26 organizations. 42 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 59.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1928.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
769
Total Approved
$98.8M
Jobs Supported
4,072
Per 10K Residents
176.7
SBA loans
+188.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
43
Top Lender
First Commonwealth Bank
420 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
725
Total Amount
$74.3M
Avg Loan
$102,431
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$52.1M(70%)
Jobs Supported
3,370
Loans
44
Total Amount
$24.5M
Avg Loan
$557,409
Median Loan
$341,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
34
4% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$17.3M
17% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$507,862
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Country Inn Altoona | 1 | $4.1M |
| Jaggard Street Realty, Llc | 2 | $3.9M |
| Furrer Beverage Co Inc | 2 | $3.3M |
| Altoona Equity Investments Llc | 1 | $2.6M |
| Nc Family Management Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Rajgad Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Priyum Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Shree Ji Mahant Llc | 1 | $1.7M |
| Green Bean Coffee House | 4 | $1.6M |
| Altoona Lung Specialists | 1 | $1.6M |
Altoona, PA has received 769 SBA loans totaling $98.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 725 loans (94% of the total), supporting 3,370 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 44 loans totaling $24.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Altoona is First Commonwealth Bank with 420 loans. That works out to 176.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
12
Total Population
103,866
Avg Median Income
-$55,496,143
Avg Home Value
-$55,417,147
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16601 | 33,426 | $55,504 | $138,900 | $790 | 84.8 |
| 16602 | 27,014 | $53,097 | $120,200 | $842 | 14.7 |
| 16613 | 1,574 | $73,056 | $141,100 | $491 | 31.3 |
| 16617 | 2,505 | $56,000 | $133,500 | $883 | 1.5 |
| 16630 | 4,771 | $65,034 | $139,700 | $657 | 5.7 |
| 16635 | 12,115 | $69,924 | $186,900 | $1,014 | 56.7 |
| 16636 | 1,006 | $88,561 | $163,000 | $1,264 | 27.9 |
| 16641 | 2,444 | $63,558 | $105,300 | $685 | 12.9 |
| 16648 | 14,722 | $76,149 | $215,300 | $1,062 | 60.0 |
| 16665 | 274 | $47,917 | $165,300 | $890 | 0.5 |
| 16693 | 4,015 | $64,152 | $151,700 | $671 | 77.2 |
| 16699 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Altoona, PA has 12 ZIP codes with a combined population of 103,866. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$55,496,143. The average median home value is -$55,417,147. The average median monthly rent is -$55,554,785.
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