As of 2012, Altoona's population is 933 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 2.66 percent. --------------------The median home cost in Altoona is $79,300. Home appreciation the last year has been 3.01 percent. --------------------Compared to the rest of the country, Altoona's cost of living is 16.20% Lower than the U.S. average. --------------------Altoona public schools spend $4,530 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $5,691. There are about 16 students per teacher in Altoona. --------------------The unemployment rate in Altoona is 8.10 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Altoona jobs have Increased by 0.03 percent.
Ranked #2 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
Ranked #90 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
Ranked #324 2005 Best Places to Live
Ranked #357 Best Green Cities
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 |  --------------------Average Commute time is 37 minutes. The National Average is 28 minutes. --------------------Altoona's Real Estate Market (click to see properties)
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• Homes from $750,001 to $1,000,000
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