Washington Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,035 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,491 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$241,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$568 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$552 $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

Dauphin County
4
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 28
Feb 3 7 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 4 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 34, PA State House District 125, PA
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Schools

Upper Dauphin Area HS
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Susquehanna University
17 miles, N • 3.7 star
Empire Beauty School-Harrisburg
18 miles, SW • 1 star
Harrisburg Area Community College
19 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Central Penn College
19 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sunbury Community Hospital
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
21 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Milton S Hershey Medical Center
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
72 miles, E • 1.4 star
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