Hickory Hills, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
328 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
30.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$119,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$533 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,020 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 13 24
Feb 3 9 27
Mar 4 7 35
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 5 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 7 29

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 29, PA State House District 117, PA
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Schools

Freeland El/MS
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
Mmi Preparatory School
4 miles, W • 5 star
Weatherly Area MS
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
Luzerne County Community College
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
9 miles, W • 2.3 star
Blue Mountain Hospital
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
33 miles, S • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
74 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
76 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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