Messiah College, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,273 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
83.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,695 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
10 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
64.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$266,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,208 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
1
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

Cumberland County
2
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 30
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 3 4 41
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 5 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 31, PA State House District 87, PA
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Schools

Upper Allen El Sch
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
Mechanicsburg MS
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Messiah University
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Central Penn College
10 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Harrisburg Area Community College
11 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Holy Spirit Hospital
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
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