Bethel, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
534 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,591 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
54 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$274,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,071 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berks County
3
Reading 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

Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 28
Feb 2 8 32
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 48, PA State House District 5, PA
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Schools

Bethel El Sch
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Dalet School
2 miles, E
Lebanon Valley Christian School
2 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Lebanon
14 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph Medical Center
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
32 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
46 miles, E • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
69 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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