Dallas Township, 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
6/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
8/10
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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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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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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
9,139
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
44.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$103,879
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$269,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$665
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,073
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre 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
Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 14 | 24 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 26 |
| Mar | 3 | 8 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 3 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 3 | 8 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 54%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 120, PASchools
Wycallis El Sch
<1 miles, S
•
4.6
Dallas El Sch
1 miles, S
•
4.6
Dallas MS
1 miles, S
•
3.7
Building Blocks Learning Center
1 miles, SW
Colleges
Misericordia University
<1 miles, SW
•
3.2
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
4 miles, SW
•
3.2
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
7 miles, S
•
1
King's College
9 miles, S
•
3.2
Hospitals
First Hospital of Wyoming Valley
7 miles, S
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
8 miles, S
•
1.4
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
10 miles, SE
•
4.1
Clarks Summit State Hospital
15 miles, E
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
13 miles, SE
•
1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
56 miles, S
•
1.4
Greater Binghamton Airport-Edwin A Link Field
59 miles, N
•
1
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
73 miles, N
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1