Moving to PA... Where would you live (rural areas only) ? (Pittsburgh: transplants, real estate)

[villageidiot1]

Originally Posted by SteelCityRising

No, PA is not overall "really deep red", but our red parts of the state are "really deep red". There are still Trump signs and flags everywhere in our rural areas.

Fulton County, in South Central PA, would be a bit warmer, and its county seat, McConnellsburg, is small but quaint and cute. Plenty of nearby rural acreage available. It might not be QUITE as cheap as the other counties since it is nearer to areas that are seeing spillover growth development from the DC and Baltimore areas.

Fulton and Bedford Counties are probably the most conservative counties in PA. See https://www.post-gazette.com/news/cr...087?cid=search

Originally Posted by KoNgFooCj

PA is a solid light blue state and is only getting bluer and bluer. They should def move to Ohio instead.

It sure doesn't feel that way in Westmoreland, Somerset, Indiana, Armstrong, Cambria, and Butler Counties.

[rowhomecity]

Originally Posted by villageidiot1

Fulton and Bedford Counties are probably the most conservative counties in PA. See https://www.post-gazette.com/news/cr...087?cid=search



It sure doesn't feel that way in Westmoreland, Somerset, Indiana, Armstrong, Cambria, and Butler Counties.

All those are the dying counties of Pennsylvania....

The counties seeing lots of economic growth are all blue or slightly purple. But mostly Democratic.

[Duderino]

Originally Posted by villageidiot1

Fulton and Bedford Counties are probably the most conservative counties in PA. See https://www.post-gazette.com/news/cr...087?cid=search


It sure doesn't feel that way in Westmoreland, Somerset, Indiana, Armstrong, Cambria, and Butler Counties.

Yes, much of Western PA has shifted right, but folks often forget that this is at least in part due to the shifting demographics, with declining populations that are getting older over time. My assumption is a great portion of more liberally-inclined young folks probably leave for much more economically lucrative areas, thus continuing the cycle of a more conservative populace left in its place.

Eastern PA is the inverse of this trend, growing slowly, with such growth MUCH more likely to be in Democratic-leaning areas.

The likely long-term net of this trend is a bluer state, although it is a slower process compared to other states.

[skeddy]

Delaware is a better deal then Pennsylvania for retirement.

https://rodgers-associates.com/blog/...unding-states/

[2nd trick op]

There are "blue pockets" around Pittsburgh, Scranton and State College, but one you get north of a line paralleling I-78, and to the south and west of Harrisburg -- I-81, a bright red takes root.

And most of us are glad of it, though this NOT mean we are ignorant hillbillies, racists or xenophobes; we simply live, and let live, and hope the folks next door will do the same.

[Icy Tea]

Lancaster and any of the far flung suburban Philadelphia counties break conservative although not my too much. Berks, Lehigh, Lebanon. The most backwards parts of the state would be Philadelphia and Allegheny Counties, although maybe some of the counties bordering NJ or the old coal towns would be there as well. Philadelphia is a mess crime wise, their Mayor, DA and Chief of Police are not doing a thing but dragging the city down. Governor Tom Wolf is very progressive and hated by most of the business community. He's an elitist ass, IMO. Former Philly mayor and Governor Ed Rendell was also on the left but very much pro business. So its not just a dem thing, the state is getting very chaotic.
Western Berks and Lancaster might be considered. Wyomissing is ranked among the best schools in the state and there is plenty of open green space with mountains not too far away.

[trackstar13]

Originally Posted by rowhomecity

All those are the dying counties of Pennsylvania....

The counties seeing lots of economic growth are all blue or slightly purple. But mostly Democratic.

I agree with the exception of Butler County, which is deeply red and has been experiencing population and economic growth recently.

[eqttrdr]

What about Lords Valley?

[NewtownBucks]

Originally Posted by Homer Bound

We, (retired H&W) 2 children 12 & 1... We love the rural areas and are mostly conservative in our views. Relocating from southern calif.. ugh... Can't wait to move! So... where would you move to if it were you? Good schools are great, but great schools that have an agenda are not good! We want our kids to learn reading, writing and arithmetic. Not how to vote in the presidential elections in the 3rd grade! Our monthly budget for housing (mortgage, utilities and insurance) would be in the area of $3000. per month give or take 500. Low crime and good air/water quality are important. We would love a bit of land (5 to 25 acres) but a charming small town property with a nice lot could change our minds. We plan to move in June 2021 and rent for the first year while we travel thru-out the state and take in all your recommendations for consideration. Furthermore, we plan to rent in and around the State Collage area as it is centrally located and has good freeway accessibility. Pros and Cons are appreciated as well as places that would be "don't ever move to..." So.... give us your humble advice. We don't care about any "why would you want to retire in PA? banter. Move to socal and you can find that out for yourselves. As we start this journey we will hopefully get the golden ticket and be forever grateful for the advice we receive here. We will also update any postings if we visit those places in our quest for the near perfect retirement home. Thanks.

I would say most of the good schools in conservative rural areas of the state are in western PA - Pine-Richland, Franklin Township, Mars Area, etc.

[villageidiot1]

Originally Posted by NewtownBucks

I would say most of the good schools in conservative rural areas of the state are in western PA - Pine-Richland, Franklin Township, Mars Area, etc.

There are 16 Franklin Townships scattered across PA. I have a feeling you might be referring to the Franklin Regional School District, which is located in Murrysville, Delmont, and Export on the western edge of Westmoreland County. Good school districts in conservative rural areas is a debatable topic, and I won't attempt to address it.