Palmdale, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
1,507 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,449 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$221,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$757 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,196 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
4
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

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 29
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 15, PA State House District 106, PA
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Schools

Tender Years
1 miles, W
Hershey Intrmd El Sch
1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hershey MS
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Hershey Primary El Sch
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lebanon Valley College
6 miles, E • 2.8 star
Elizabethtown College
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
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