Tharptown, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
278 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$59,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2% 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 12 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 3 7 38
Apr 4 2 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 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 32

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%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 27, PA State House District 107, PA
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Schools

Shamokin Area HS
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Shamokin Area El Sch
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
11 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Shamokin Dam
13 miles, NW • 1 star
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
16 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Susquehanna University
16 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Geisinger Medical Center
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
Sunbury Community Hospital
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
43 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
60 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
95 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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