Pennsburg, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 10/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic 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
3,958 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,698 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$266,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$686 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,284 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
3
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 5 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% 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%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, PA State Senate District 24, PA State House District 131, PA
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Schools

Perkiomen School
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Upper Perkiomen HS
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Upper Perkiomen MS
1 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

DeSales University
12 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

St Lukes Quakertown Hospital
8 miles, E • 5 star
Grand View Hospital
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Pottstown Hospital
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
18 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
38 miles, S • 4.1 star
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