Hunlock Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,154 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,989 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$565 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 25
Feb 2 9 28
Mar 3 8 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 7 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 117, PA
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Schools

Northwest Area Intermediate Sch
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Ross El Sch
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
Northwest Area HS
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Luzerne County Community College
6 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Misericordia University
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Wilkes University
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
Berwick Hospital Center
13 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
53 miles, S • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
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