Montgomery Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
5,756 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,169 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$931 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Chambersburg Metro 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

Franklin County
2
Chambersburg Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 30
Feb 3 9 33
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 33, PA State House District 90, PA
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Schools

Montgomery El Sch
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mercersburg Academy
4 miles, NE • 5 star
Mercersburg El Sch
4 miles, N • 4.6 star
James Buchanan MS
5 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Purdue University Global-Hagerstown
12 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Award Beauty School
13 miles, SE • 1 star
Hagerstown Community College
16 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Fulton County Medical Center
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
Meritus Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Chambersburg Hospital
17 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
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