Windber, PA

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Population
3,780
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,771 ft
Median Home Value
$99,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$750/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,438
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Windber

Windber is a quiet Somerset County town located just a few minutes south of Johnstown. Founded at the turn of the twentieth century as a planned coal community, it still features a tidy, walkable street grid lined with historic homes, local churches, and neighborhood parks. With around 4,000 residents, it offers an unhurried pace of living and some of the most affordable housing in the region.

UMWA Strike Meeting, Bantley Place, Scalp Level, PA 1922

Living in Windber gives you the comfort of a close-knit neighborhood alongside easy access to everyday conveniences. Families are served by the Windber Area School District and the local community hospital, while Johnstown sits right up the road for additional dining, shopping, and job opportunities. Outdoor lovers will also appreciate being right near the Laurel Highlands, where hiking, biking, and state parks are practically in your backyard.

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