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Tarentum, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny county, is 16 miles NE of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The town is in the Pittsburgh area. There are 4,993 residents in Tarentum.
In Tarentum, about 46% of adults are married. In Tarentum, more so than in most towns, people can be found in one-person households. People in the town are less likely to be married than people elsewhere.
In 2000, Tarentum had a median family income of $32,042.
Tarentum folks tended to give their money ($3,000) to John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Democratic party than to competing parties.
As of 2000, the share of housing units in Tarentum that were owner-occupied was 57%. Homes in this community tend to be somewhat older than those in other areas. People on their own appreciate the studio and one-bedroom apartments in Tarentum.
In Tarentum, 85% of commuters drive to work. The town offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try.
Comparing Tarentum to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):
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