West York, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
5,081 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$589 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$722 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
3
York-Hanover 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

York County
3
York-Hanover Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 30
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, PA State Senate District 31, PA State House District 95, PA
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Schools

West York Area MS
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
West York Area HS
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

York College of Pennsylvania
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Empire Beauty School-York
5 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Upmc Memorial
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
York Hospital
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
17 miles, N • 1.4 star
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