Bath, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
2,829 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,681 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$594 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,021 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northampton County
3
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro 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

Northampton County
2
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 4 5 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 3%

Schools

George Wolf El Sch
<1 miles, S 2.8 star
Lower Nazareth El Sch
3 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Bethlehem
6 miles, SW 1.9 star
Moravian College
7 miles, S 3.2 star

Hospitals

Easton Hospital
8 miles, SE 3.2 star
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
8 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
6 miles, SW 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
44 miles, S 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
60 miles, S 4.1 star