Richmond Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
3,617 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,545 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$241,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$706 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$981 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berks County
3
Reading 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

Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) 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 7 29
Feb 3 8 31
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 5 0 65
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Richmond El Sch
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
Fleetwood MS
2 miles, S · 3.2star
Fleetwood SHS
2 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Reading
10 miles, SW · 1star
Albright College
10 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Hospitals

St Joseph Medical Center
11 miles, SW · 3.2star
Reading Hospital
12 miles, SW · 5star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
53 miles, W · 1.4star
Trenton Mercer Airport
56 miles, SE · 1.4star
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