Hampden 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 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
33,602 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,780 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$337,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$716 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,183 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
1
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

Cumberland County
2
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 28
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Schools

Good Hope MS
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Hampden El Sch
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star
Sporting Hill El Sch
2 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

Central Penn College
4 miles, NE 1.9 star
Harrisburg Area Community College
6 miles, E 1.9 star
Messiah University
7 miles, SW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Holy Spirit Hospital
3 miles, SE 4.1 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
6 miles, SE 4.1 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
11 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
12 miles, SE 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
85 miles, E 1.4 star