Dreher Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,428 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$802 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
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

Wayne County
1
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 25
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 3 8 36
Apr 4 3 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 9 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 40, PA State House District 139, PA
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Schools

Wallenpaupack South El Sch
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
Gregory the Great Academy
8 miles, S • 5 star
EverGreen El Sch
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Marywood University
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
University of Scranton
17 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Geisinger-Community Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Moses Taylor Hospital
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Regional Hospital of Scranton
17 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Wayne Memorial Hospital
20 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
45 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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