Mahanoy Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
2,888 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,519 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$57,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.6% 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 3 11 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 4 6 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 29, PA State House District 116, PA
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Schools

Mahanoy Area JSHS
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Mahanoy Area El Sch
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
5 miles, W • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
8 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
12 miles, E • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
13 miles, E • 2.3 star
Berwick Hospital Center
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
39 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
54 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
79 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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