Elizabethtown, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
11,857 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,770 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$891 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster 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

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 3 4 41
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, PA State Senate District 36, PA State House District 98, PA
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Schools

Elizabethtown Area MS
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Elizabethtown Area SHS
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
East High Street El Sch
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Mill Road El Sch
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Elizabethtown College
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Upmc Memorial
15 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
70 miles, E • 1.4 star
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