Derry Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
24,858 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,564 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$343,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$801 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,180 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
4
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro 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

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 29
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 15, PA State House District 106, PA
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Schools

Cclc at Hershey
<1 miles, W
Hershey HS
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lebanon Valley College
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
Elizabethtown College
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
8 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
69 miles, E • 1.4 star
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