Strausstown, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
341
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
8.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,194
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$161,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$687
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$865
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 7 | 29 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 32 |
| Mar | 4 | 4 | 40 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 4 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 66%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 48, PA State House District 124, PASchools
Rehrersburg Christian School
2 miles, W
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1
Bethel Dunkard Brethren Church School
2 miles, W
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1
Summer Mountain School
3 miles, SW
Tulpehocken JSHS
3 miles, S
•
3.7
Colleges
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill
10 miles, NE
•
3.2
Evangelical Theological Seminary
10 miles, SW
Berks Career & Technology Center
12 miles, SE
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing
13 miles, N
Hospitals
Wernersville State Hospital
12 miles, S
Schuylkill Medical Center-South Jackson Street
13 miles, N
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2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
14 miles, SE
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3.2
Surgical Institute of Reading
14 miles, SE
Airports
Harrisburg International Airport
37 miles, W
•
1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
41 miles, E
•
1.4
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
63 miles, NE
•
1.4
Philadelphia International Airport
66 miles, SE
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4.1