State Senate District 48, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
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
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
270,218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,826 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$249,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$665 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$885 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 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 6 29
Feb 3 7 31
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 3 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Schools

Conrad Weiser West El Sch
4 miles, S 2.3 star

Colleges

Hospitals

St Joseph Medical Center
13 miles, SE 3.2 star
Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital
15 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
32 miles, W 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
45 miles, E 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
64 miles, SE 4.1 star