Skippack 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 3/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
14,443 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$143,706 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$523,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$961 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,324 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
3
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 30
Feb 3 7 33
Mar 4 3 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 5 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 3 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 53% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 3%

Schools

Skippack El Sch
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
Castle Academy
2 miles, E
Perkiomen Valley HS
2 miles, NW 5 star

Colleges

Ursinus College
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Lansdale School of Business
7 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Einstein Medical Center Montgomery
6 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
26 miles, S 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
30 miles, N 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
32 miles, E 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
69 miles, S 1.4 star