Derry Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
7,235 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,480 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$156,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$572 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$512 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mifflin County
2
Lewistown 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

Mifflin County
2
Lewistown Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 27
Feb 2 8 29
Mar 3 6 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 30, PA State House District 85, PA
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Schools

East Derry El Sch
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Mifflin Co HS
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Mifflin Co JHS
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Mount Nittany Medical Center
21 miles, NW • 5 star
Penn Highlands Huntindon
27 miles, W • 4.1 star
Lock Haven Hospital
34 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
51 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
102 miles, W • 1 star
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