Congressional District 9, 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
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
764,854
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,242
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$194,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$572
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$727
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2%
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 | 2 | 10 | 26 |
| Feb | 2 | 9 | 28 |
| Mar | 3 | 6 | 37 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 3 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 3 | 6 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Schools
Benton Area MSHS
5 miles, SW
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4.1
Benton Area HS
5 miles, SW
Appleman El Sch
5 miles, SW
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3.7
Benton Area MS
5 miles, SW
Colleges
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
16 miles, E
•
3.2
Luzerne County Community College
18 miles, SE
•
1.9
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
18 miles, SW
•
2.8
Misericordia University
19 miles, E
•
3.2
Hospitals
Berwick Hospital Center
14 miles, S
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4.1
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
18 miles, SW
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4.1
First Hospital of Wyoming Valley
22 miles, E
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
24 miles, E
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1.4
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
32 miles, E
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1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
62 miles, SE
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1.4
Greater Binghamton Airport-Edwin A Link Field
68 miles, NE
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1
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
69 miles, N
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1