Shenandoah, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
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
4,256 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,702 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$43,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.5% 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 11 26
Feb 3 9 29
Mar 4 6 37
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) 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 116, PA
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Schools

Trinity Academy
<1 miles, NW
Shenandoah Valley El Sch
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Shenandoah Valley JSHS
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Schuylkill Technology Center
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
8 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
15 miles, E • 2.3 star
Berwick Hospital Center
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
41 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
52 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
82 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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