Sunbury, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
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
9,643 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,509 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$98,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$398 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$582 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northumberland County
3
Sunbury Urban 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

Northumberland County
2
Sunbury Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 27
Feb 2 8 29
Mar 3 6 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 27, PA State House District 108, PA
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Schools

Grace S Beck Sch
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Shikellamy HS
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Chief Shikellamy Sch
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Oaklyn Sch
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Susquehanna University
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Bucknell University
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Sunbury Community Hospital
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Evangelical Community Hospital
10 miles, N • 4.1 star
Geisinger Medical Center
12 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
46 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
72 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
90 miles, N • 1 star
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