Misericordia University, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
967 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$143,696 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
81.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$257,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,086 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 25
Feb 3 10 27
Mar 3 8 36
Apr 4 3 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 9 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 120, PA
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Schools

Wycallis El Sch
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Dallas El Sch
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Dallas MS
1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Misericordia University
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
6 miles, SE • 1 star
King's College
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
8 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
55 miles, S • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
74 miles, N • 1 star
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