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 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
998 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,107 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mercer County
3
Hermitage Urban 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

Mercer County
3
Hermitage Urban Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 25
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 3 8 35
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 4 3 40
Dec 3 12 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 3%

Schools

Colleges

Mercer County Career Center
5 miles, NW 1.9 star
Westminster College
13 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Grove City Medical Center
7 miles, S 3.2 star
Upmc Horizon
16 miles, NW 5 star
Sharon Regional Health System
18 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
53 miles, SW 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
71 miles, W 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
78 miles, S 1 star