Salem 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 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
4,144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,156 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$238,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$594 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$652 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
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

Wayne County
1
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 24
Feb 3 11 26
Mar 3 9 35
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 5 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 11 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 40, PA State House District 139, PA
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Schools

EverGreen El Sch
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Wallenpaupack South El Sch
7 miles, S • 3.7 star
Western Wayne HS
7 miles, N • 4.6 star
Western Wayne MS
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Marywood University
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Johnson College
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Fortis Institute-Scranton
14 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Wayne Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Moses Taylor Hospital
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Regional Hospital of Scranton
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
52 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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