Berwick, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
10,291 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,338 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$516 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$631 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick 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

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 24
Feb 3 9 27
Mar 4 7 35
Apr 4 1 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 1 39
Dec 4 7 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 27, PA State House District 109, PA
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Schools

West Berwick El Sch
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
New Story School
<1 miles, E
Berwick Area MS
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Berwick Hospital Center
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
11 miles, W • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
17 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
51 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
65 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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