Kempton, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
171 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$663 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$957 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berks County
3
Reading 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

Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 28
Feb 3 10 30
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 5 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 48, PA State House District 124, PA
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Schools

Kempton New Church School
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Greenwich-Lenhartsville El Sch
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Northwestern Lehigh El Sch
8 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lehigh Carbon Community College
13 miles, E • 1.9 star
Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown
15 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
Blue Mountain Hospital
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
56 miles, W • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
60 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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