Plains Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
9,852 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,005 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 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 14 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 3 8 35
Apr 4 3 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 3 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 22, PA State House District 121, PA
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Schools

Wilkes-Barre Area CTC
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Solomon/Plains El Sch
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Solomon/Plains JHS
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Daniel J Flood El Sch
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

King's College
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
4 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
13 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
47 miles, S • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
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