Monroe Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
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
6,422 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$742 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,008 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.2% 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 2 7 29
Feb 2 8 32
Mar 2 4 40
Apr 2 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 5 34

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 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Schools

Monroe El Sch
<1 miles, N 4.1 star
Iron Forge El Sch
3 miles, W 3.7 star
Boiling Springs HS
3 miles, W 4.6 star

Colleges

Messiah University
4 miles, SE 2.3 star
Dickinson College
7 miles, NW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Good Samaritan Hospital
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Carlisle Regional Medical Center
8 miles, NW 3.2 star
Holy Spirit Hospital
10 miles, E 4.1 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
12 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
16 miles, E 1.4 star