Top 10 Hot Jobs in Altoona PA

Altoona was founded in 1849 by the Pennsylvania Railroad and grew quickly during the Civil War era demand for trains. By the 2000s, most of the revitalized Downtown area was on the US National Registry of Historic Places. Operation Our Town keeps crime low and helps connect people with the jobs in the area. Healthcare, Government, and Education are the largest employers. Altoona is recognized as one of the Best 25 Small Cities in America.