State House District 116, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
65,152 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,664 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$122,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$793 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 26
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 3 6 37
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 2%

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Schools

McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Valley El/MS
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
West Hazleton El/MS
6 miles, E • 1.4 star
Marian Catholic High School
6 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Hazleton Area Career Center
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
Schuylkill Technology Center
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
8 miles, E • 2.3 star
St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Berwick Hospital Center
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
38 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
60 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
80 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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