Catawissa, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,498 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,472 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$139,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.4% 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 11 26
Feb 3 10 29
Mar 3 7 38
Apr 4 2 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Bloomsburg Area HS
3 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Bloomsburg Area MS
3 miles, NE • 2.8 star
WW Evans Memorial El Sch
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
Memorial El Sch
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
17 miles, S • 1.9 star
Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
17 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Geisinger Medical Center
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Berwick Hospital Center
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

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