Nesquehoning, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
3,345 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,571 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$809 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
3
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton 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

Carbon County
2
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 27
Feb 3 10 29
Mar 4 6 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Schools

Panther Valley El Sch
1 miles, S 2.3 star
Panther Valley Intermediate Sch
3 miles, SW 1.9 star
Panther Valley JSHS
3 miles, SW 2.8 star
Weatherly Area SHS
4 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
11 miles, NW 1.4 star
Lehigh Carbon Community College
18 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Blue Mountain Hospital
6 miles, SE 2.3 star
St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
6 miles, W 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
9 miles, NW 2.3 star

Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
25 miles, SE 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
67 miles, SE 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
68 miles, W 1.4 star