Penns Creek, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
709 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$514 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$768 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Snyder County
2
Selinsgrove 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

Snyder County
1
Selinsgrove Urban Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) 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 11 26
Feb 3 8 28
Mar 3 6 37
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Penn View Christian Academy
<1 miles, NW · 5star

Colleges

Susquehanna University
10 miles, SE · 3.7star
Bucknell University
11 miles, E · 4.1star

Hospitals

Evangelical Community Hospital
12 miles, E · 4.1star
Sunbury Community Hospital
14 miles, SE · 3.2star
Geisinger Medical Center
25 miles, E · 3.2star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
49 miles, S · 1.4star