Whitehall Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
29,128 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,480 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,244 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lehigh 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

Lehigh County
4
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 28
Feb 3 9 31
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, PA State Senate District 14, PA State House District 133, PA
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Schools

Whitehall HS
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Zephyr El Sch
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
George D Steckel El Sch
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Bethlehem
4 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
7 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
45 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
56 miles, S • 4.1 star
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