Pottsville, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
13,374 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,465 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$533 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$671 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 3 6 39
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 29, PA State House District 123, PA
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Schools

Lengel MS
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Pottsville Area HS
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Gillingham Charter School
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
2 miles, NE • 1 star
Schuylkill Technology Center
7 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
23 miles, NE • 2.3 star
St Joseph Medical Center
24 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
40 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
44 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
76 miles, S • 4.1 star
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