Claysburg, PA, located in Bedford County, has a population of 1,632 according to the 2010 census. The small rural town is ranked highly in terms of its livability factors by BestPlaces.Net. It has a strong sense of community and boasts excellent public schools with a low student-teacher ratio. The crime rate is very low in Claysburg as well, making it an ideal place to raise children or retire. Additionally, Claysburg has a low cost of living and plenty of employment opportunities due to its proximity to the Pittsburgh metropolitan area and several large companies such as Sheetz Inc., Calgon Carbon Corporation and Atlantic Broadband. All these factors make Claysburg a great place to live with high scores in all categories on BestPlaces.Net rankings.
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