Jackson 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 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
1,738 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,023 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$534 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$683 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
4
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

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 28
Feb 3 7 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 4 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 34, PA State House District 125, PA
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Schools

Upper Dauphin Area HS
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Upper Dauphin Area MS
3 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Upper Dauphin Area El Sch
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Harrisburg
16 miles, SW • 1 star
Harrisburg Area Community College
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Central Penn College
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
19 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Holy Spirit Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
71 miles, E • 1.4 star
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