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Colony Park, PA

Pennsylvania · Berks County · Reading Metro

Colony Park is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,125. Residents earn $83,229 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,125 Population 1,875/sq mi density
$83,229 Median Income $48,305 per capita
$302,700 Home Value $367,967 Zillow
$1,527 Median Rent 39.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
67 Violent Crime/100K 4,235 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,229 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$302,700 home value, $1,527/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
67 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $83,229
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $302,700
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 67/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.3%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,527
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Colony Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,125
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,875/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,229
Per Capita$48,305
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$302,700
Rent$1,527
Ownership83.7%
Zillow$367,967
Housing Units380
Rent Burden39.3%

Crime

F
Violent67/100K
Property4,235/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.3%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+21.4%
School Score5.59

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Colony Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colony Park receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Colony Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colony Park is $83,229, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colony Park is $302,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,527 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Colony Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,235 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.

Education

Colony Park is a highly educated community / 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Colony Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Colony Park has a population of 1,125 with a density of 1,875 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.8% of residents, while 17.2% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 7.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,125
Total Population
1,875
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Colony Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish 17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Colony Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colony Park is $83,229, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,305 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,223, 15% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,917 business establishments, including 774 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 23.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Colony Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,229
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,305
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856
Gini Index0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Colony Park is $302,700, 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,967, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,527 (31% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 83.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 380 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $7,380 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 39.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,700
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,527
31% above US avg
Rent Burden39.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.7%
Owner-Occupied83.7%
Renter-Occupied16.3%
Housing Units380
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Colony Park, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,590. The dentist ratio is 1:1,786. 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Colony Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer5.9%
Kidney Disease4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Primary Care1:1,590
Dentists1:1,786
Mental Health1:525
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964
Colony Park has a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,235 per 100,000, 116% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Colony Park receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Colony Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent66.8/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,234.6/100K
116% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Colony Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Coordinates40.3492°N, 75.9798°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBerks County County
Nearest AirportReading Regional/Carl A Spaatz Field (RDG)
2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0462 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.44 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score92.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.5 / 100
Community Resilience85.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 110 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 5 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 3 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 111 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 130 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 102 km
Jan 9, 1992 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey M3.1 139 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 79 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 89 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 32 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 136 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 94 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 111 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 111 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 4 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 92 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 147 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 3 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 89 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 264 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 206 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

401 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 264 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 1, 2021 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF3 86 km 0
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 52 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 16 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 41 km 3
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 71 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 58 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 100 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 97 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 28 km 1
Apr 28, 1961 EF3 83 km 0
Mar 22, 1955 EF3 52 km 1
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 20 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 64 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 69 km 1
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 87 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 92 km 0
Oct 31, 2019 EF2 62 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 22 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 100 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 99 km
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 90 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PENOBSCOT (2,091 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 95 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 91 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 25 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 54 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in

Colony Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").

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Colony Park is located in Berks County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.6% of the vote, a 12.2-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 25 public libraries serving the community. 964 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.3%
61% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+21.4%
School Test Score5.59
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBerks County County

Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Avg Download Speed203.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%
Average costs for common services in Colony Park. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Berks County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 31,477 508 $77,957 2.21
Health Care & Social Assistance 29,387 1,122 $67,565 1.18
Retail Trade 18,583 1,094 $35,694 1.07
Accommodation & Food Services 12,602 770 $22,041 0.80
Transportation & Warehousing 10,444 312 $55,987 1.42
Administrative & Waste Services 8,718 512 $41,709 0.85
Construction 7,460 884 $78,831 0.82
Professional & Technical Services 6,209 736 $88,499 0.51
Wholesale Trade 5,723 387 $77,577 0.84
Other Services 5,488 902 $40,421 1.05
Management of Companies 4,792 98 $145,047 1.64
Finance & Insurance 3,878 425 $103,302 0.55
Agriculture & Forestry 2,462 121 $44,416 1.75
Arts & Entertainment 2,301 149 $28,298 0.79
Educational Services 2,218 101 $42,471 0.62
Real Estate 1,694 278 $97,997 0.63
Information & Technology 874 108 $60,088 0.27
Utilities 534 27 $135,824 0.81
Mining & Oil/Gas 226 9 $91,702 0.34

Radio Stations near Colony Park

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CVGM - Chiptune, Retro & Video Game Music MP3 192 kbps
NewsRadio 790 WAEB news, talk AAC
iHeartPodcast AM 1470 news, talk AAC
WDAC FM 94.5 HD1 christian, christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
WDAC FM 94.5 HD2 christian, christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
FM97 pop, top 40 AAC
830 WEEU news, talk MP3 128 kbps
WFNGR696.com alternative rock, punk MP3 128 kbps
WJTL christian contemporary MP3

Campgrounds Near Colony Park

1 campgrounds found near Colony Park.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BLUE MARSH LAKE (DRY BROOKS DAY USE AREA) 4.8/5 3 $90

National Parks Near Colony Park

99 national parks and monuments found near Colony Park.

ParkTypeFee
3 Forts Ferry State Park Free
Alapocas Run State Park State Park Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Benjamin Rush State Park State Park Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Bohemia River State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Park State Park Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware River Access State Park State Park Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Elk Neck Sp State Park Free
Evansburg State Park State Park Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fort Delaware State Park State Park Free
Fort Dupont State Park State Park Free
Fort DuPont State Park State Park Free
Fort Mott State Park State Park Free
Fort Washington State Park State Park Free
Fox Point State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
Hobbs Property State Park Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Independence National Historical Park National Historical Park $1
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River National Wild and Scenic River Free
Lums Pond State Park State Park Free
Market Square State Park Free
Marsh Creek State Park State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Milton State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Nockamixon State Park State Park Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Osmun Forest State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park State Park Free
Parvin State Park State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail State Park Free
Pequest River Grny State Park Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center State Park Free
Port Penn Natural Area State Park Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail State Park Free
Promised Land State Park State Park Free
Ralph Stover State Park State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Ridley Creek State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Rocky Run Acquisition State Park Free
Rutgers Community Park State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sassafrass Nrma State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
Stow Creek State Park State Park Free
Sunset Lake State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial National Memorial Free
The Cannery Lot State Park Free
The Cauffiel Estate State Park Free
The Cleaver House State Park Free
The Hubbs House State Park Free
Tobyhanna State Park State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free

Museums in Colony Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREEDMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM6109217541$92,682,086
PENNSYLVANIA GERMAN CULTURAL HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6106831589$9,203,054
FOUNDATION FOR THE READING PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6103715850$3,215,357
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD6103715850$3,215,357
READING PUBLIC MUSEUM & ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6103715850$3,215,357
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BERKS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6103754375$816,388
MID ATLANTIC AIR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM11 MUSEUM DRIVE6103727333$486,974
HISTORIC POOLE FORGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7174450472$299,743
HAY CREEK VALLEY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1250 FURNACE ROAD6102860388$295,475
HEIDELBERG HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION182 WEST PENN AVENUE & 20 EAST PENN AVENUE6106786202$291,595
HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUST OF BERKS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 2456103854762$192,309
EPHRATA CLOISTER ASSOCIATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177336600$174,174
READING PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$162,180
READING RAILROAD HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION500 SOUTH THIRD STREET6105625513$157,391
SWISS PIONEER PRESERVATION ASSOCIATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION$108,674
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE COCALICO VALLEYHISTORIC PRESERVATION237 WEST MAIN STREET7177331616$95,697
NEW HOLLAND BAND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173555096$84,811
CENTRE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION6103757860$43,006
NEW HOLLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION201 EAST MAIN STREET7173555266$40,299
READING FAIRGROUNDS RACING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONREADING6109162331$38,248
KUTZTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 1892 PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$33,333
NICHOLAS STOLTZFUS HOUSEHISTORY MUSEUM7178087785$29,295
ROBESONIA FURNACEHISTORY MUSEUM$10,963
READING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$8,455
GEIGERTOWN CENTRAL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$2,133
AMERICAN MUSEUM-VETRY MEDICINEGENERAL MUSEUM6108980659
AMITY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONBIRDSBORO6105822070
BERKS CONSERVANCYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER25 N 11TH STREET6103724992
BERKS COUNTY HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6103728939
CAERNARVON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7174455040
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSEUM AT OLD BETHEL AME CHURCHHISTORY MUSEUM
CONRAD WEISER HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 WEISER CT6105892934
DANIEL BOONE HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION2155824900
DREIBELBIS FARM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6104887896
FIRST PENNSYLVANIA REGIMENT OF THE CONTINENTAL LINEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FLEETWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FREYBERGER GALLERYART MUSEUM
HAMBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6105623664
HISTORIC CONSERVATION TRUST OF THE EPHRATA AREAGENERAL MUSEUM
HOPEWELL FURNACE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6105828773
INDUSTRIES OF THE WYOMISSING CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LUTHERAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LANCASTER COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177334833
MENGEL NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILLER GALLERYART MUSEUM
NEAG PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD
OLD DRY ROAD FARMGENERAL MUSEUM6106781226
OLEY VALLEY HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
PENNSYLVANIA SKI AND WINTER SPORTS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5704214727
READING AREA FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6103752066
READING PUBLIC MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM500 MUSEUM ROAD6103715850
READING-BERKS HISTORIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
SEIVERLING CAR AND PEDAL CARGENERAL MUSEUM7174317257
SHARADIN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6106831575
SINKING SPRING AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND HERITAGE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6106784219
TRI-COUNTY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4979 NORTH TWIN VALLEY ROAD6102867477
WORLD WAR II HISTORICAL PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2099963055

Libraries in Colony Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
READING PUBLIC LIBRARY100 S. 5TH STREET0.0359,832
EPHRATA PUBLIC LIBRARY550 SOUTH READING RD0.0346,044
EXETER COMMUNITY LIBRARY4569 PRESTWICK DRIVE0.0152,981
SPRING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY78-C COMMERCE DRIVE0.0103,202
ADAMSTOWN AREA LIBRARY3000 NORTH READING ROAD ROUTE 2720.092,954
MUHLENBERG COMMUNITY LIBRARY3612 KUTZTOWN RD0.081,997
MIFFLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY6 PHILADELPHIA AVE.0.076,053
KUTZTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY70 BIEBER ALLEY0.070,155
EASTERN LANCASTER COUNTY LIB11 CHESTNUT DR0.057,000
WYOMISSING PUBLIC LIBRARY9 READING BLVD0.049,608
HAMBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY35 NORTH 3RD ST0.049,261
VILLAGE LIBRARY OF MORGANTOWN207 N. WALNUT STREET0.045,151
BOONE AREA LIBRARY129 N. MILL ST.0.043,931
SINKING SPRING PUBLIC LIBRARY3940 PENN AVE0.038,275
ROBESONIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY75-A SOUTH BROOKE ST0.037,176
WERNERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY100 NORTH REBER STREET0.031,534
FLEETWOOD AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY110 W ARCH ST0.031,110
SCHUYLKILL VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY1310 WASHINGTON RD0.027,601
WOMELSDORF COMMUNITY LIBRARY203 W HIGH ST0.025,427
BERNVILLE AREA COMMUNITY LIB6721 BERNVILLE RD.0.022,784

Farmers Markets in Colony Park

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bird-in-Hand Farmers Market2710 Old Philadelphia PikeVisit
Fairgrounds Farmers Market2935 N. 5th St.
Green Dragon Farmers Market955 N. State St.January to DecemberFri:9:00 am - 9:00 pm;YesVisit
Leesport Farmers Market Inc.312 Gernants Church Road, P.O. Box 747Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Leola Produce MarketBrethren Church Road
Penn Street Market800 Block of Penn Street06/06/2014 to 10/03/2014Fri: 10:30 AM-2:30 PM;YesVisit
Renningers Farmers Market740 Noble St.
Shillington Farmers market10 South Summit Avenue

Breweries in Colony Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clover Farms Dairy Co Inc, Beverages Wholesale & Manufacturers, Reading, Home, Beverages, Fluid Milk Manufacturers, Reading, 3300 Pottsville Pike6109219111Visit
Kutztown Bottling Worksmfg, , Beer and Ale, Beverages, ale, Breweries, alcoholic, Kutztown Beer and Other Fermented Malt Li78 S Whiteoak St6106837377Visit
Kutztown TavernBrewery, American Restaurant, and Burger Joint, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, T272 W Main St6106839600Visit
Legacy Brewing, Reading, Beverages, Brew Pubs, Reading, PA, (1), Malt Beverages, (1),, (2), PA, Reading Brewers535 Canal St6103769996Visit
Saint Boniface Craft BrewingFood & Drink, Breweries1701 W Main St7174666900
Saucony Creek Brewing CoBreweries, Food & Drink15032 Kutztown Rd16106833128
Stoudts Black Angus Restaurant & PubSteakhouse, Brewery2800 N Reading Rd7174844386Visit
Sunsweet Growers Incmfg, manufacturing, Fruits, Home, Fleetwood Fruits, Dried or Dehydrated, Except Freeze-Dried, prepar105 S Buttonwood St6109440411Visit

Daycare Centers in Colony Park

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 3023
865 BERKSHIRE BLVD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (610) 376-6152 OPEN
LEARNING LADDER ACADEMY LLC
2250 RIDGEWOOD RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (610) 320-9995 OPEN

Cell Towers in Colony Park

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
APPROX 3600' SE OF EXISTING PA TPK RADIO TWRTOWER102
645 SWAMP CHURCH ROAD (17074)GTOWER81
OLD RT 22 (14631)LTOWER76
2 MI W OF THE INT OF RT 737 & US RT 22TOWER76
7060 DIVISION HIGHWAY (51124)LTOWER61
1404 BROAD STREET (40490)LTOWER61
850 FOREST ROAD (82679)MTOWER61
1050 EDWARDS ROAD (67237)LTOWER60
IRISH CREEK ROAD RURAL ROUTE 1 (2165)LTOWER57
2731 SWAMP ROAD (2171)LTOWER56
INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 183 AND 78 (2199)LTOWER55
Amblestone Drive and Mountain Holly LaneTOWER49
10506 OLD RTE 22 (2235)MTOWER47
1525 CHESTNUT HILL ROAD (71791)MTOWER39

Amtrak Stations in Colony Park

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Reading, PA701 Franklin StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Colony Park

11 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BERKS PROD CORP/ONTELAUNEE726 SPRING STREETBERKS
CHIYODA AMERICA INC378 THOUSAND OAKS BOULEVARDBERKS
CONECTIV MID MERIT INC/ARMSTRONG MARIETTASTATE ROUTE 441LANCASTER
E.J. BRENEMAN INC.1117 SNYDER RDBERKS
ONTELAUNEE POWER OPR CO LLC/ONTELAUNEE PLTPA STATE ROUTE 61 NORTHBERKS
ONTELAUNEE POWER OPR CO LLC/ONTELAUNEE PLTPA STATE ROUTE 61 NORTHBERKS
PENNSYLVANIA POWER CO.76 SOUTH MAIN ST.LANCASTER
PEPPERIDGE FARM BREAD & CRACKER BAKERY DENVER2195 NORTH READING ROADLANCASTER
PEPPERIDGE FARM BREAD & CRACKER BAKERY DENVER2195 NORTH READING ROADLANCASTER
READING OFFICE2800 POTTSVILLE PIKEBERKS
SUNSWEET GROWERS INC/FLEETWOOD105 SOUTH BUTTONWOOD STBERKS

Airports Near Colony Park

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Philadelphia International AirportPHLLarge Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Lehigh Valley International AirportABEMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)RDGMedium Airport
Wilmington AirportILGMedium Airport
A G A Farms AirportSmall Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Altemose UltralightportSmall Airport
Bally Spring Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bert's AirportSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Braden AirparkSmall Airport
Brandywine Regional AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Bugs AirportSmall Airport
Bullfly UltralightportSmall Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Chester County G O Carlson AirportCTHSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Crosswinds AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Dimascio FieldSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fetters Construction AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AerodromeSmall Airport
Founding Fathers FieldSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Gunden AirportSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport

Police Stations in Colony Park

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Berks-Lehigh Regional Police Department
Bernville Police Department
Caernarvon Township Police Department3307 Main Street
Central Berks Regional Police Department2147 Perkiomen Avenue
Cumru Township Police Department1775 Welsh Road
East Earl Township Police128 Toddy Drive
Ephrata Police Department124 South State Street
Exeter Township Police Department4975 Demoss Road
Kutztown Police Dept
Lower Heidelberg Township Police Station
Millcreek Township Police
New Holland Police Station436 East Main Street
Pennsylvania State Police: Troop L - Schuylkill Haven
Shillington Borough Police/Municipal Building
Sinking Spring Police Department3940 Penn Avenue
State Police Station Troop L600 Kenhorst Boulevard
Township of Spring Police
West Reading PD500 Chestnut Street

Grocery Stores in Colony Park

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 60182Supermarket1065 Woodland Rd
Dollar Tree 9013Other1040 Berkshire Blvd
Redners Warehouse Market 77Supermarket1149 Berkshire Blvd
Walmart 1670Super Store1135 Berkshire Blvd
WAWA 147Convenience Store2709 N Meridian Blvd

Treatment Centers in Colony Park

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ARS of EphrataSubstance Abuse717-740-6910
Child and Family Support ServicesBoth610-376-8558
Childrens Home of Reading - Neag and Cottage RTFMental Health610-478-8266
CHOR Youth and Family Services Inc - APHPMental Health610-478-8266
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health610-372-5645 x302
CONCERN Professional Services for - Children Youth and FamiliesMental Health610-541-2309 x416
Family Guidance Center - Friend IncMental Health610-374-4963
Family Guidance Center - The Hamburg CenterMental Health610-374-4963
Malvern Comm Health Services Inc - ReadingMental Health267-776-4171
NR Pennsylvania Associates LLC - Retreat Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse717-859-8000
Retreat Behavioral Health - Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse855-859-8810
Threshold Rehabilitation Services IncMental Health610-777-7691 x151
Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital - Behavioral Health ServicesMental Health717-273-8871
WellSpan PhilhavenMental Health717-738-1125

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colony Park

What is the population of Colony Park?

Colony Park has a population of 1,125 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,875 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Colony Park expensive to live in?

Colony Park has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $83,229, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $302,700 (7% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,527 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Colony Park safe?

Colony Park is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,235 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Colony Park receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Colony Park?

Colony Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Colony Park?

The job market in Colony Park is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,223. There are 8,917 business establishments in the area, including 774 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 23.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Colony Park?

The median home value in Colony Park is $302,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,967. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,527. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 83.7%. The average annual property tax is $7,380.

How are the schools in Colony Park?

Schools in Colony Park score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.3% of adults in Colony Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Colony Park?

The obesity rate in Colony Park is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,590.

What is transportation like in Colony Park?

The average commute in Colony Park is 25 minutes. 76.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Colony Park?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Colony Park is 74.8% White, 3% Black or African American. 82.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 17.2% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 7.5% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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