South Newton Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
1,264 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$231,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$537 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$790 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
1
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
2
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 30
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 3 4 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 5 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Schools

Colleges

Dickinson College
14 miles, E 3.7 star
Wilson College
16 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Carlisle Regional Medical Center
12 miles, E 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
15 miles, E 3.2 star
Chambersburg Hospital
16 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
34 miles, E 1.4 star