Bellefonte, PA

Bellefonte, Pennsylvania

Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, in Centre county, is 98 miles NW of Lancaster, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 120 miles E of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding State College metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Bellefonte is home to some 6,395 residents.

The People and Families of Bellefonte

In Bellefonte, about 48% of adults are married. People in Bellefonte have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Bellefonte than is typical.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Bellefonte had a median family income of $42,378. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Bellefonte.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,350) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Bellefonte. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Bellefonte Housing

According to the 2000 census, 49% of the housing in Bellefonte was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Bellefonte, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Bellefonte, 87% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Bellefonte strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

Category	Trophy
College Educated Adults (vs. State)	Top 17%

Comparative Profile of Bellefonte, PA

Comparing Bellefonte to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Women
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Bellefonte Almanac

Bellefonte Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Bellefonte Public Libraries

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Bellefonte Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Bellefonte residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Bellefonte, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Bellefonte High Schools (2004)

BELLEFONTE AREA HS
814-355-4833
Serves 958 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 14.3

Bellefonte Colleges

(List of All Pennsylvania Colleges)

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