Shamokin, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,890 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$57,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$412 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$523 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northumberland County
3
Sunbury Urban 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

Northumberland County
2
Sunbury Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 26
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 3 7 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 6 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Schools

Shamokin Area HS
2 miles, W 4.6 star
Shamokin Area El Sch
2 miles, W 2.8 star
Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch
2 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
12 miles, NW 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Shamokin Dam
14 miles, NW 1 star
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
16 miles, NE 2.8 star
Susquehanna University
17 miles, NW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Sunbury Community Hospital
13 miles, NW 3.2 star
Geisinger Medical Center
13 miles, N 3.2 star
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
16 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
42 miles, SW 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
59 miles, SE 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
94 miles, SE 4.1 star