Here's What Makes Levittown So Great As A PA Place To Reside

LEVITTOWN, PA — Levittown has been named as one of the best places to move to in Pennsylvania.

Consumer Affairs placed Levittown No. 3 in a report released recently, behind Bethel Park near Pittsburgh and Drexel Hill near Philadelphia.

Trailing Levittown are Altoona near State College, and Plum, which has one of the most famous golf courses in the country, with the Oakmont Country Club.

Despite recent negative net migration, Pennsylvania remains an appealing destination for those seeking an affordable cost of living, strong local economies, and recreational activities, Consumer Affairs said.

Compared with other Northeastern states, the Keystone State’s median home sale price is highly affordable ($257,300) — 26 percent less than the national median.

Its combination of charming cities, suburbs, and towns makes it easy to find something safe, affordable, and accessible for everyone.

Consumer Affairs said if you’re considering a move to Pennsylvania, it’s important to find a city that fits your lifestyle and financial goals. The research team ranked the state's 25 largest cities based on five key factors: affordability, safety, economic strength, health care and education, and quality of life. Read on to discover which cities made the list.

Consumer Affairs said this about Levittown's ranking:

Levittown has a history dating back to shortly after World War II, when it was one of several housing developments built by Levitt & Sons for returning veterans. Today, low crime and a strong economy make this large Philadelphia suburb an appealing option for prospective movers.

• Low violent crime: Levittown has the third-lowest violent crime rate (1.1 crimes per 1,000 people) in Pennsylvania.
• Strong job market: It ranks second overall economically by having the same job growth rate as Drexel Hill (4.1%) and the fourth-lowest share of the population below the poverty line (7.2%).
• Well-educated population: 93.3% of residents have graduated high school, the eighth-highest rate in the state.
• Accessible health care: Levittown ranks sixth in the state for health care access, with 30.3 health care professionals per 1,000 residents.

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