Tuscarora, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
392 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$577 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$950 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuylkill County
1
Pottsville Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 27
Feb 3 10 30
Mar 4 6 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, PA State Senate District 29, PA State House District 124, PA
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Schools

Tamaqua Area MS
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Tamaqua Area SHS
4 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Pottsville
9 miles, W • 1 star
Schuylkill Technology Center
10 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton
13 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Blue Mountain Hospital
17 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
32 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
55 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
73 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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