Bethel Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
9/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
5,263
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,758
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$229,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$673
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$705
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lebanon County
3
Lebanon 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
Lebanon County
4
Lebanon Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 7 | 29 |
| Feb | 2 | 8 | 32 |
| Mar | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 2 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 48, PA State House District 102, PASchools
Fredericksburg El Sch
<1 miles, W
•
4.1
Northern Lebanon SHS
2 miles, W
•
3.7
Northern Lebanon MS
2 miles, W
•
2.3
Jonestown El Sch
4 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
7 miles, S
•
2.3
Evangelical Theological Seminary
8 miles, SE
Lebanon Valley College
9 miles, SW
•
2.8
Empire Beauty School-Lebanon
9 miles, SW
•
1
Hospitals
Philhaven Hospital
12 miles, SW
Milton S Hershey Medical Center
18 miles, W
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4.1
Wernersville State Hospital
18 miles, SE
Schuylkill Medical Center-South Jackson Street
20 miles, NE
•
2.3
Airports
Harrisburg International Airport
25 miles, W
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1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
53 miles, E
•
1.4
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
72 miles, NE
•
1.4
Philadelphia International Airport
74 miles, SE
•
4.1