Newport Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
4,460
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$48,859
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$100,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$685
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7%
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 | 13 | 24 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 26 |
| Mar | 3 | 8 | 34 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 4 | 6 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 64%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 119, PASchools
KM Smith El Sch
2 miles, SE
Kennedy Early Childhood Center
2 miles, E
GNA El Ctr
3 miles, E
•
1.9
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
3 miles, E
Colleges
Luzerne County Community College
2 miles, E
•
1.9
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
8 miles, NE
•
3.2
Wilkes University
8 miles, E
•
3.2
King's College
9 miles, E
•
3.2
Hospitals
First Hospital of Wyoming Valley
9 miles, E
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
10 miles, E
•
1.4
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
13 miles, E
•
4.1
Berwick Hospital Center
13 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
19 miles, E
•
1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
48 miles, S
•
1.4
Greater Binghamton Airport-Edwin A Link Field
70 miles, NE
•
1
Harrisburg International Airport
79 miles, SW
•
1.4