Bloomsburg, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,906 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$186,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$612 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$806 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban 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

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 26
Feb 3 9 28
Mar 3 7 37
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Susq-Cyber CS
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Memorial El Sch
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
Bloomsburg Area MS
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
19 miles, W · 1.9star
Schuylkill Technology Center
20 miles, S · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
<1 miles, NE · 4.1star
Geisinger Medical Center
8 miles, W · 3.2star
Berwick Hospital Center
13 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
58 miles, SW · 1.4star
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