Mount Carmel Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,466 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,472 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$519 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northumberland County
3
Sunbury Urban 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

Northumberland County
2
Sunbury Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 3 6 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Schools

Mount Carmel Area El Sch
<1 miles, SE 2.8 star
Mount Carmel Area JH
1 miles, SE 2.3 star
Mount Carmel Area HS
1 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
11 miles, SE 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
15 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
15 miles, N 4.1 star
Geisinger Medical Center
15 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
45 miles, SW 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
53 miles, SE 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
90 miles, SE 4.1 star