Douglassville, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
322 332.4M (US)
Median Age
73.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
27.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,521 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$471,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,110 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,244 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
19.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berks County
3
Reading 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

Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 30
Feb 2 7 33
Mar 4 2 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 5 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, PA State Senate District 24, PA State House District 128, PA
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Schools

Pine Forge Academy
2 miles, NE • 5 star
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Colleges

Alvernia University
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Albright College
12 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Reading Area Community College
12 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pottstown Hospital
6 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Reading Hospital
13 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
31 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
37 miles, S • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
48 miles, E • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
55 miles, W • 1.4 star
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