Saw Creek, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
directions_run
Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
3/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,980
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,992
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
49 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$217,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$718
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,639
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pike County
1
Hemlock Farms 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
Pike County
1
Hemlock Farms Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 12 | 25 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 29 |
| Mar | 4 | 8 | 37 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 7 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.
Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 52%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 189, PASchools
Bushkill El Sch
4 miles, NE
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4.1
Lehman Intermediate Sch
4 miles, NE
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2.3
East Stroudsburg SHS North
4 miles, NE
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4.1
Resica El Sch
4 miles, W
•
2.8
Colleges
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
11 miles, SW
•
2.8
The Beauty Institute
13 miles, W
•
1
CDE Career Institute
15 miles, W
Northampton County Area Community College-Monroe
15 miles, W
Hospitals
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono
11 miles, SW
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3.2
St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus
14 miles, W
•
4.1
Newton Medical Center
15 miles, SE
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4.1
Hackettstown Medical Center
22 miles, S
•
1.4
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
38 miles, NW
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1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
38 miles, SW
•
1.4
Newark Liberty International Airport
54 miles, SE
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4.6
New York Stewart International Airport
56 miles, E
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