Spring Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
2,097 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$780 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry County
1
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro 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

Perry County
1
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (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 8 29
Feb 3 8 31
Mar 3 5 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 5 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

West Perry SHS
4 miles, N · 4.6star
West Perry MS
4 miles, N · 3.7star

Colleges

Dickinson College
10 miles, S · 3.7star
Central Penn College
17 miles, SE · 1.9star
Messiah University
19 miles, SE · 2.3star

Hospitals

Carlisle Regional Medical Center
11 miles, S · 3.2star
Good Samaritan Hospital
15 miles, S · 3.2star
Holy Spirit Hospital
18 miles, SE · 4.1star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
28 miles, SE · 1.4star