Lavelle, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
437 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,557 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$321 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban 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

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 27
Feb 2 10 29
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Schools

Mount Carmel Area HS
3 miles, N 4.1 star
Mount Carmel Area JH
3 miles, N 2.3 star
Mount Carmel Area El Sch
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
North Schuylkill Elem Sch
5 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
8 miles, E 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
11 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
17 miles, N 4.1 star
Geisinger Medical Center
18 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
44 miles, SW 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
50 miles, SE 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
86 miles, S 4.1 star