Washington Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,158 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,587 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$641 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,056 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northampton County
3
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton 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

Northampton County
2
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 10 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 4 5 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, PA State Senate District 18, PA State House District 138, PA
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Schools

Washington El Sch
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Faith Christian School
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Bangor Area MS
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The Beauty Institute
10 miles, N • 1 star
Lafayette College
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Warren County Community College
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Luke's Warren Hospital
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus
11 miles, N • 4.1 star
Easton Hospital
12 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
44 miles, S • 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
55 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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