Trucksville, 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
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,284
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
47.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$202,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$834
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$863
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre 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
Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 14 | 25 |
| Feb | 2 | 10 | 27 |
| Mar | 2 | 8 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 3 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 2 | 8 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.
Liberal (53%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 49%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 120, PASchools
Im Big Now Learning Center
<1 miles, W
Trucksville Early Childhood Education Center
<1 miles, SW
Cheder Menachem
2 miles, S
Dallas SHS
2 miles, N
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4.6
Colleges
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
3 miles, SE
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1
Misericordia University
3 miles, N
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3.2
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
5 miles, W
•
3.2
King's College
5 miles, S
•
3.2
Hospitals
First Hospital of Wyoming Valley
4 miles, S
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
5 miles, S
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1.4
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
7 miles, SE
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4.1
Clarks Summit State Hospital
16 miles, NE
Airports
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
11 miles, E
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1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
52 miles, S
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1.4
Greater Binghamton Airport-Edwin A Link Field
62 miles, N
•
1
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
77 miles, N
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1