Lake Heritage, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,737 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
56.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$133,011 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$300,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$925 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,301 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams County
1
Gettysburg Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams County
1
Gettysburg Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 29
Feb 3 10 32
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Schools

Gettysburg Area MS
3 miles, NW 3.2 star
Lincoln El Sch
3 miles, NW 3.7 star
Vida Charter School
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
Gettysburg Area HS
4 miles, N 4.1 star

Colleges

Gettysburg College
3 miles, NW 3.7 star
Empire Beauty School-Hanover
10 miles, E 1 star
Mount St Mary's University
12 miles, W 3.2 star

Hospitals

Gettysburg Hospital
3 miles, NW 4.1 star
Upmc Pinnacle Hanover
11 miles, E 2.3 star
Carroll Hospital Center
20 miles, S 2.3 star
Waynesboro Hospital
21 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
35 miles, NE 1.4 star