Pleasant Gap, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
3,154 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,003 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Centre County
1
State College Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Centre County
1
State College Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (44%) 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 25
Feb 3 9 27
Mar 3 8 35
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Pleasant Gap El Sch
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Centre County Christian Academy
3 miles, N · 3.2star
Centre Hall-Potter El Sch
3 miles, SE · 3.7star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Mount Nittany Medical Center
6 miles, W · 5star
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital
20 miles, S · 4.1star
Lock Haven Hospital
23 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
70 miles, SE · 1.4star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
100 miles, NE · 1star
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