Railroad, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
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
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
286 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,421 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$844 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
3
York-Hanover 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

York County
3
York-Hanover Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 30
Feb 3 10 33
Mar 4 3 41
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 5 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, PA State Senate District 28, PA State House District 169, PA
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Schools

Shrewsbury El Sch
1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Southern MS
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Susquehannock HS
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

York College of Pennsylvania
13 miles, N • 3.2 star
Empire Beauty School-York
15 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

York Hospital
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
Upmc Pinnacle Hanover
16 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
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