Hazle 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 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
10,184 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,416 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$648 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre 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

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 25
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 7 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 5 0 62
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 1 40
Dec 4 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 29, PA State House District 116, PA
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Schools

West Hazleton El/MS
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Maple Manor El/MS
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Hazleton Area HS
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Luzerne County Community College
16 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
11 miles, S • 4.1 star
Berwick Hospital Center
14 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Blue Mountain Hospital
17 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
66 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
79 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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