Perry County, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
45,988 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,824 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$581 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$629 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 28
Feb 2 8 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 3 0 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, PA State Senate District 34, PA State House District 86, PA
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Schools

West Perry SHS
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
West Perry MS
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Dickinson College
14 miles, S • 3.7 star
Central Penn College
19 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Carlisle Regional Medical Center
15 miles, S • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
Holy Spirit Hospital
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
30 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
98 miles, E • 1.4 star
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