Beech Mountain Lakes, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,920 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,154 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,154 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 24
Feb 3 10 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 5 0 61
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 6 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 27, PA State House District 117, PA
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Schools

Freeland El/MS
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Mmi Preparatory School
3 miles, S • 5 star
Drums El/MS
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
St Jude School
6 miles, NE
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Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Luzerne County Community College
11 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
7 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
Berwick Hospital Center
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
37 miles, S • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
73 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
79 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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