Coal Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
9,850 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,182 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$504 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northumberland County
3
Sunbury Urban 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

Northumberland County
2
Sunbury Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) 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 27
Feb 3 9 29
Mar 3 7 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 6 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Shamokin Area HS
4 miles, NW · 4.6star
Shamokin Area El Sch
4 miles, NW · 2.8star
Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch
4 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
14 miles, NW · 1.9star
Schuylkill Technology Center
15 miles, E · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Geisinger Medical Center
14 miles, N · 3.2star
Sunbury Community Hospital
15 miles, NW · 3.2star
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
16 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
42 miles, SW · 1.4star
Philadelphia International Airport
92 miles, SE · 4.1star
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