Lehigh County, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
375,408 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,493 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$276,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$755 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,152 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 28
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 4 5 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 4 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, PA State Senate District 16, PA State House District 132, PA
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Schools

Orefield MS
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Kernsville Sch
2 miles, N • 4.6 star
Springhouse MS
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Lehigh Carbon Community College
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Cedar Crest College
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
10 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
47 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
54 miles, S • 4.1 star
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