Blue Ball, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
1,234 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$97,173 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$252,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$567 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,055 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster 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

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 4 3 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Schools

Blue Ball El Sch
<1 miles, E 2.8 star
Garden Spot SHS
<1 miles, NW 4.6 star
Garden Spot MS
<1 miles, W 3.7 star

Colleges

Lancaster Bible College
12 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital
9 miles, NW 4.1 star
Lancaster General Hospital
14 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
38 miles, NW 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
46 miles, SE 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
49 miles, NE 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
66 miles, E 1.4 star