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Slippery Rock, PA


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Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, in Butler county, is 31 miles E of Youngstown, Ohio (center to center) and 43 miles N of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Pittsburgh metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Slippery Rock is home to some 3,068 residents.

The People and Families of Slippery Rock

In Slippery Rock, about 21% of adults are married. Slippery Rock somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in the town than is typical.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Slippery Rock had a median family income of $42,450. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Slippery Rock.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Slippery Rock. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Slippery Rock Housing

According to the 2000 census, 39% of the housing in Slippery Rock was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the town have gone up relatively recently. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Slippery Rock, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Slippery Rock, 75% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the town it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Slippery Rock let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophySlippery Rock Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Slippery Rock Short Commute Times
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Slippery Rock College Educated Adults
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 14%Slippery Rock Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Slippery Rock, PA

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity89
Well-Paid Single Women86
Senior Citizens21
Well-Paid Single Men11
Male Share of the Population11
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size46
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income66
People in Middle Class or Better21
People Above Poverty11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times1010
Public Transportation Use32
Working at Home34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
Housing Recently Built610
People Living Alone64
Affordability of Rents66
Seasonal and Vacation Housing58
Affordability of Property Taxes34

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