Lykens Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,748 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$605 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$803 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
4
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 28
Feb 2 8 31
Mar 3 5 39
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 2 4 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 34, PA State House District 125, PA
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Schools

Specktown School
2 miles, SW
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Colleges

Susquehanna University
14 miles, N • 3.7 star
Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
Lebanon Valley College
23 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sunbury Community Hospital
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
Milton S Hershey Medical Center
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
30 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
68 miles, E • 1.4 star
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