Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
65,055 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,992 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$558 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$719 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 25
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 3 7 36
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Central Columbia MS
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Columbia-Montour AVTS
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Central Columbia SHS
3 miles, SE • 5 star
Central Columbia El Sch
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
21 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hazleton Area Career Center
22 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
4 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Berwick Hospital Center
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
Geisinger Medical Center
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
57 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
62 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
81 miles, N • 1 star
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