Perkiomen Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
8,958 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$150,781 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$400,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$892 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,404 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 6 30
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 3 41
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 45
Dec 4 3 35

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 50% 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%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, PA State Senate District 24, PA State House District 70, PA
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Schools

Evergreen El Sch
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Perkiomen Valley HS
1 miles, S • 5 star
Perkiomen Valley MS-East
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Ursinus College
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
University of Valley Forge
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lansdale School of Business
10 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pottstown Hospital
8 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
28 miles, S • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
29 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
68 miles, W • 1.4 star
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