Palmyra, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
7,769 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,018 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$717 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$875 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lebanon County
3
Lebanon 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

Lebanon County
4
Lebanon Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) 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 6 29
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Palmyra Area MS
<1 miles, SW · 3.7star
Northside El Sch
<1 miles, N · 4.6star
Pine Street El Sch
<1 miles, S · 4.1star
Forge Road El Sch
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
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Colleges

Lebanon Valley College
4 miles, E · 2.8star
Empire Beauty School-Lebanon
9 miles, E · 1star
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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
5 miles, W · 4.1star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
15 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
12 miles, W · 1.4star
Philadelphia International Airport
78 miles, SE · 4.1star
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