Barrett Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,040 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,413 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$248,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$775 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$919 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
East Stroudsburg Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
East Stroudsburg Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 24
Feb 3 8 27
Mar 4 7 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 5 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 7 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 4%

Schools

Gregory the Great Academy
1 miles, W 5 star
Evergreen Community CS
5 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

The Beauty Institute
15 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus
14 miles, SW 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono
15 miles, S 3.2 star
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
25 miles, NW 3.2 star
Wayne Memorial Hospital
26 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
40 miles, SW 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
66 miles, SE 4.6 star