Hemlock Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,279
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$87,262
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$274,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$784
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban 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
Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 12 | 26 |
| Feb | 2 | 9 | 28 |
| Mar | 3 | 8 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 3 | 7 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 27, PA State House District 109, PASchools
Columbia County Christian School
1 miles, SE
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1
WW Evans Memorial El Sch
3 miles, SE
•
3.7
Susq-Cyber CS
4 miles, SE
•
2.8
St Columba Catholic School
4 miles, SE
Colleges
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
4 miles, SE
•
2.8
Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
17 miles, W
•
1.9
Platt College-McCann-Lewisburg
19 miles, W
Empire Beauty School-Shamokin Dam
19 miles, W
•
1
Hospitals
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
4 miles, SE
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4.1
Geisinger Medical Center
6 miles, W
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3.2
Danville State Hospital
6 miles, SW
Berwick Hospital Center
16 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
47 miles, E
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1.4
Harrisburg International Airport
59 miles, SW
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1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
62 miles, SE
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1.4
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
81 miles, N
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1