Chester County, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
540,896
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
56.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$123,041
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$461,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$952
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,523
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
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
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 6 | 30 |
| Feb | 2 | 8 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 2 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Dec | 4 | 3 | 35 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (50%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 6, PA State Senate District 19, PA State House District 158, PASchools
West Bradford El Sch
<1 miles, SE
•
4.6
Caln El Sch
2 miles, N
•
1.9
Bradford Hgts El Sch
2 miles, E
•
4.6
Beaver Creek El Sch
2 miles, NE
•
4.1
Colleges
Chester County Intermediate Unit
4 miles, E
•
1.9
Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc
8 miles, NE
•
2.8
Automotive Training Center-Exton
8 miles, NE
•
2.3
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
8 miles, SE
•
2.8
Hospitals
Brandywine Hospital
3 miles, N
•
2.3
Chester County Hospital
8 miles, SE
•
5
Jennersville Hospital
13 miles, SW
•
3.2
Paoli Hospital
14 miles, E
•
5
Airports
Philadelphia International Airport
28 miles, SE
•
4.1
Lehigh Valley International Airport
50 miles, NE
•
1.4
Trenton Mercer Airport
54 miles, E
•
1.4
Harrisburg International Airport
56 miles, NW
•
1.4