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Effort, PA

Pennsylvania · Carbon County · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro

Effort is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,499. Residents earn $127,929 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,499 Population 495/sq mi density
$127,929 Median Income $47,916 per capita
$280,500 Home Value $304,591 Zillow
$2,043 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
147 Violent Crime/100K 1,104 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$127,929 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$280,500 home value, $2,043/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
147 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $127,929
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,500
0% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 147/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,043
76% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,499
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,929
Per Capita$47,916
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,500
Rent$2,043
Ownership89.9%
Zillow$304,591
Housing Units926
Rent Burden14.6%

Crime

F
Violent147/100K
Property1,104/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Smoking21.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation790 ft (241 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+15.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute49 min
Broadband89.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Effort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Effort receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Effort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Effort is $127,929, which is significantly higher than the national average / 70% above $75,149. This places Effort among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Effort is $280,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,043 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Effort is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 147 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,104 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Effort experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Effort has a population of 2,499 with a density of 495 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.7% female and 58.3% male. The city is predominantly White (56.5%), with 21.9% Hispanic, 8.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,499
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Effort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Effort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Effort is $127,929, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,916 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $860, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,305 business establishments, including 132 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Effort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,929
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,916
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587
Gini Index0.427 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,305
County GDP$2,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare175
Retail196
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Effort is $280,500, 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,591. Homes sell for 102.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $2,043 (76% 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. 89.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 926 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $6,285 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,500
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,591

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio102.5%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,043
76% above US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.9%
Owner-Occupied89.9%
Renter-Occupied10.1%
Housing Units926
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Effort, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 21.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,973. The dentist ratio is 1:2,424. 64.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Effort vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.4%
Kidney Disease2.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Primary Care1:2,973
Dentists1:2,424
Mental Health1:1,148
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death10,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities175
Effort has a violent crime rate of 147 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,104 per 100,000, 44% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Effort receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent147.2/100K
61% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,103.8/100K
44% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Effort experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°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 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 790 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates40.9415°N, 75.4377°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCarbon County County
Nearest AirportPocono Mountains Regional (MPO)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 23.3"
Wettest Month (May) 4.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score59.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability35.0 / 100
Community Resilience61.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

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

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 63 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 85 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 84 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 65 km
Jan 9, 1992 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey M3.1 113 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 47 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 117 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 112 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 77 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 84 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 63 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 64 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 82 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 124 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 118 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 144 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 124 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 106 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 96 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 282 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

265 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 149 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 29, 2021 EF3 97 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 91 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 64 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 49 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 79 km 3
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 76 km 0
Jul 14, 1988 EF3 87 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 23 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 22 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 80 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 61 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 94 km 1
Jun 24, 1960 EF3 94 km 0
Feb 21, 2023 EF2 96 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 94 km 1
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 78 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 96 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 86 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 48 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 44 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 56 km
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 16 MILE 7,896 38 km
2024 JENNINGS CREEK 5,069 99 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 45 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 41 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 85 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 26 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 27 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 29 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 32 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in Wettest
June 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in

Effort has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.8").

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Effort is located in Carbon County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67% of the vote, a 34.8-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 175 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+15.2%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi
CountyCarbon County County

Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Avg Download Speed134.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants132
Retail Stores196

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home7.7%
Average costs for common services in Effort. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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 Carbon County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,501 186 $51,929 1.46
Retail Trade 2,058 177 $30,983 1.24
Accommodation & Food Services 1,903 148 $20,976 1.26
Arts & Entertainment 1,355 38 $19,390 4.83
Manufacturing 1,220 47 $60,306 0.89
Information & Technology 853 32 $63,844 2.73
Construction 504 133 $59,249 0.58
Other Services 492 116 $35,467 0.98
Educational Services 407 13 $38,966 1.18
Administrative & Waste Services 393 56 $48,891 0.40
Professional & Technical Services 332 94 $59,469 0.29
Finance & Insurance 253 39 $71,372 0.37
Transportation & Warehousing 246 28 $49,216 0.35
Real Estate 107 42 $44,304 0.41
Management of Companies 28 9 $54,565 0.10

Schools in Effort

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pleasant Valley Intrmd Sch Elementary 925 68 13.6:1
Pleasant Valley El Sch Elementary 899 73 12.3:1
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Radio Stations near Effort

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
C.A.F.E. Tropical Cristiana christian MP3
NewsRadio 790 WAEB news, talk AAC
Cat Country 96 country AAC+ 48 kbps
iHeartPodcast AM 1470 news, talk AAC
WDVR community radio, family MP3
WXL39 162.400 Weather Radio local weather, noaa MP3 16 kbps
95.1 ZZO rock AAC
WVIA-HD3 "Chiaroscuro Channel" Scranton, PA jazz, public radio AAC 128 kbps
VMFM 91.7 college, college radio AAC 64 kbps
NEPA's ESPN Radio sports AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Effort

4 campgrounds found near Effort.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rivers Bend Group Campground 4.5/5 5 $100
Alosa Campsites 4.1/5 6 $16
Valley View Group Campground 4.0/5 5 $100
Worthington State Forest Campground Free

National Parks Near Effort

85 national parks and monuments found near Effort.

ParkTypeFee
Abbott Marshland State Park Free
Allamuchy Mountain State Park State Park Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Benjamin Rush State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Cranberry Lake State Park State Park Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library) State Park Free
Delaware River Access State Park State Park Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $10
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Evansburg State Park State Park Free
Farny State Park State Park Free
Fort Washington State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
Hacklebarney State Park State Park Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park State Park Free
Hawk Island State Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
High Point State Park State Park Free
Hopatcong State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Hopewell Park State Park Free
Independence National Historical Park National Historical Park $1
Kittatinny Valley State Park State Park Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park State Park Free
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lake Musconetcong State Park State Park Free
Lake Superior State Park State Park Free
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
Lusscroft Farm State Park State Park Free
Marsh Creek State Park State Park Free
McEvoy Tract State Park Free
Morristown National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Neshaminy State Park State Park Free
Nockamixon State Park State Park Free
Osmun Forest State Park Free
Palisades Interstate Park State Park Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park State Park Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail State Park Free
Pequest River Grny State Park Free
Pigeon Swamp State Park State Park Free
Pimple Hills State Park Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Promised Land State Park State Park Free
Prompton State Park State Park Free
Ralph Stover State Park State Park Free
Rancocas State Park State Park Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park State Park Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Ridley Creek State Park State Park Free
Rutgers Community Park State Park Free
Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Stephens State Park State Park Free
Sussex Branch Trail State Park Free
Swartswood State Park State Park Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial National Memorial Free
Tobyhanna State Park State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Tyler State Park State Park Free
unknown State Park Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River Scenic & Recreational River Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Voorhees State Park State Park Free
Washington Crossing State Park Free
Washington Crossing State Park State Park Free
Washington Crossing State Park State Park Free
Washington Rock State Park State Park Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free

Museums in Effort

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6103305000$214,299,379
WILDLIFE INFORMATION CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6107608889$585,614
QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5709926161$389,948
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5704217703$165,866
MORAVIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6107595070$131,989
JACOBSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION402 HENRY ROAD6107599029$80,088
GOVERNOR WOLF HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6108379015$52,967
PALMERTON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6108246954$37,733
POLK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 46106815376$6,088
BARRETT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONROUTE 191/390 AND SAND SPRING ROAD5705956157
CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DRIEBE FREIGHT STATIONGENERAL MUSEUM5704241776
EASTON HERITAGE ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELDRED TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6104400151
MECHLING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORAVIAN HALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6107597873
NAZARETH AREA SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION212 MAIN ST
NORTHAMPTON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6102624748
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PARADISE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5705959880
PENNSYLVANIA EARTH SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6107671829
PENNSYLVANIA FOREST FIRE MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
PENNSYLVANIA LONGRIFLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6107599029
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MILITARY VEHICLESGENERAL MUSEUM
POCONO/JACKSON TOWNSHIPS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
QUIET VALLEY HISTORICAL FARMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5709926161
SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM6105994993
STROUD MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5704217703
STROUDSBURG LITTLE BETHEL HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5704020243

Libraries in Effort

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
EASTERN MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY1002 NORTH 9TH ST0.0327,300
EASTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY515 CHURCH ST0.0285,949
WESTERN POCONO COMMUNITY LIBRARY2000 PILGRIM WAY0.080,984
MEM LIB OF NAZARETH & VICINITY295 E CENTER ST0.060,268
PALMERTON AREA LIBRARY402 DELAWARE AVE0.047,306
BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY39 SOUTH MAIN ST0.043,660
CLYMER LIBRARY ASSOCIATIONFIREHOUSE RD.0.039,717
BARRETT PARADISE FRIENDLY LIBRARY6500 ROUTE 1910.033,046
SLATINGTON LIBRARY INC650 MAIN ST0.024,960

Farmers Markets in Effort

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Homesteading Hut & Farmstand 1131 Route 390Visit
Monroe County Farmers MarketMain street
Monroe Farmers MarketCourthouse Square05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Nazareth Farmers Market on the SquareNazareth SquareSat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Stroudsburg Farmers Market 6332 Cherry Valled RdVisit

Restaurants in Effort

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benny's II Pizza
Benny's II Pizza
Frank's Pizzeria-Kresgeville
Kresgeville Eatery
Willie Mae's Place

Gas Stations in Effort

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Sunoco
Turkey Hill

Banks in Effort

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Northern Bank & Trust
KeyBank

Golf Courses in Effort

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Mountain Golf Course

Breweries in Effort

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barley Creek Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Steak & Seafood Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Pub, Brew1774 Sullivan Trl5706299399Visit
Black Horse Pub & Grill LLCBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants116 Buckthorn Ln5708940811
Jerry Simcoe Beverage, Beer and Ale, Beverages, Walnutport, PA, ale, Walnutport, Smoke Shop, beer, Liquor Store, wholesal4630 Lehigh Dr6107671103Visit
Lombardi's Tobyhanna Brookside InnCocktail Lounges, Caterers, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, recreat182 Main St5708944966Visit

Ski Resorts Near Effort

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mt. Rose 100.0 8 2,957 $93 November - April Yes
Montage Mountain Resort 9.0 7 594 $53 December - March Yes Yes

Nursing Homes in Effort

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BROOKMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC
510 BROOKMONT DRIVE
For profit - Limited Liability company 119 116 1/5 1/5 2/5 6106814070

Daycare Centers in Effort

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CLIFFORDS CLASSROOM LLC
1364 ROUTE 209
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (610) 681-2826 OPEN
GENESIS DAY CARE AND LEARNING CENTER
1025 INTERCHANGE RD, GENESIS GARDENS
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (610) 681-3669 OPEN
THE GROWING PLACE CENTER AT POLK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
630 INTERCHANGE RD
SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (610) 681-5486 OPEN

Cell Towers in Effort

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Lake Drive (2159)LTOWER95
RURAL ROUTE 3 BORGER ROAD (49145)LTOWER61
CAMELBACK SKI AREA SULLIVAN TRAIL ROAD (2618)LTOWER58
BLUE MTN WATER AUTHORITY RD 3 MI NNE OF WIND GAP (2162)LTOWER55
(Rocky Ridge) Cambelback RdLTOWER52

Fire Stations in Effort

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sun Valley Volunteer Fire Department1205 Juniper Rd.Volunteer570-629-3321

Bridges in Effort

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete19347111,391P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19738310,552F
SlabConcrete1973339,609F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2018669,609G
Tee BeamConcrete1934299,256F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2016585,532G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1918395,532F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1966685,284F
Tee BeamConcrete1959453,033F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1979402,946G
Arch (Deck)Masonry1910531,792F
CulvertConcrete2016381,296G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1934331,296P
Tee BeamConcrete1948991,080F
Tee BeamConcrete1948331,047F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1967170912F
Arch (Deck)Concrete201122400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193543356P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202191325G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete195958269P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194035250F
Arch (Deck)Concrete201560200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198038150F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197826150F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197180106P
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous194023100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19856775F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19759235F

Superfund Sites Near Effort

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GREEN KNIGHT/PLAINFIELD LANDFILL GAS2147 PEN ARGYL ROADNORTHAMPTON
NORTHAMPTON GENERATING PLANT1 HORWITH DRNORTHAMPTON

Airports Near Effort

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lehigh Valley International AirportABEMedium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)RDGMedium Airport
Trenton Mercer AirportTTNMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
A G A Farms AirportSmall Airport
Aerequus AirportSmall Airport
Aeroflex-Andover AirportSmall Airport
Air Haven AirportSmall Airport
Air-List-Ads AirportSmall Airport
Alexandria Field AirportSmall Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ashlawn AirportSmall Airport
Bally Spring Farm AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Bert's AirportSmall Airport
Blairstown AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Boehm's FieldSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Braden AirparkSmall Airport
Buckingham AirportSmall Airport
Bugs AirportSmall Airport
Bullfly UltralightportSmall Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port AirportSmall Airport
Campis AirportSmall Airport
Cavage Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Acres Private Group AirportSmall Airport
Chambers AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Cosklos Elkview AirportSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Crosswinds AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Dimascio FieldSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Doylestown AirportDYLSmall Airport
Eagles Lair AirportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Elephant Path AirportSmall Airport
Erwinna Private AirportSmall Airport
Fla-Net AirportSmall Airport
Flying B Farm Landing StripSmall Airport
Flying Dollar AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AerodromeSmall Airport
Gap View AirportSmall Airport
Goat Hill AirportSmall Airport
Grayce Farms AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Effort

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bushkill Township Police Department1114 Bushkill Center Road
Easton Police Department48 4th Street
Fern Ridge127 Parkside Avenue
Forks Township Police Department
Kidder Township Police Department10 Lake Harmony Road
Lafayette College Public Safety901 Bushkill Drive
Lehigh Township Police Department1063 Municipal Road
Monroe County Sheriff's Office610 Monroe Street
Nazareth Borough Municipal Offices
Palmerton Police Department401 Delaware Avenue
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police - Troop M - Belfast654 Bangor Road
Pocono Mountain Regional Police2454 PA 940
Pocono Township Police Department110 Township Drive
Slate Belt Regional Police Department
Stroudsburg2730 Rimrock Drive
Township of Palmer Police Department
Upper Nazareth Police Department
Washington Township Police Department1021 Washington Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Effort

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 15957Other655 Interchange Rd
HECKMAN ORCHARDSSpecialty Store3009 Route 115
Rout 115 Food MartConvenience Store2604 Route 115
Sunny's Express MartConvenience Store458 Interchange Rd
Turkey Hill Minit Markets 950221Convenience Store1231 Interchange Rd

Post Offices in Effort

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kresgeville543 Interchange Road
Kunkletown490 Kunkletown Road

Treatment Centers in Effort

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-424-8280
Center for Family ServicesBoth908-689-1000
Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Primary Screening CenterBoth908-689-1000
Merakey - Pocono Mountain CenterMental Health570-644-0808
MSVS Community Counseling ServicesMental Health610-588-9109
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Monroe OutpatientSubstance Abuse570-420-7939
Recovery Revolution IncSubstance Abuse610-599-7700

DOL Wage Violations in Effort

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $30,465 in back wages owed to 23 employees.

5
Violations
$30,465
Back Wages Owed
23
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Prosser Laboratories 18330 1 $12,230 $1,747 7
Safety Environmental Kontractors, Inc- Grand 18330 1 $9,096 $3,032 3
Mike's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant 18330 2 $6,528 $1,306 5
Exxon Uni-Mart ExxonMobil 18330 1 $1,836 $306 6
Keefe Contracting 18330 1 $775 $388 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Effort

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
APOSTOLIC GOOD SHEPERD CHURCH OF CHARITY FOR ALL PEOPLE INCPO BOX 144
BEYOND BOUNDARIES BAM INC1621 SILVER MAPLE RD
CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH388 POLK TOWNSHIP RD
SALEM ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 168
SEED OF FAITH MINISTRIES1087 SCENIC DR
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 19

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Effort

What is the population of Effort?

Effort has a population of 2,499 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 495 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.7% female and 58.3% male.

Is Effort expensive to live in?

Effort 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 $127,929, 70% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $280,500 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,043 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Effort safe?

Effort is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 147 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,104 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Effort receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Effort?

Effort has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Effort?

Effort has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $860. There are 1,305 business establishments in the area, including 132 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 49 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Effort?

The median home value in Effort is $280,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,591. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,043. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.9%. The average annual property tax is $6,285.

How are the schools in Effort?

Schools in Effort score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.7% of adults in Effort hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Effort?

The obesity rate in Effort is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.5% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 64.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,973.

What is transportation like in Effort?

The average commute in Effort is 49 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 7.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Effort?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Effort is 56.5% White, 8.6% Black or African American, 21.9% Hispanic or Latino. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability. 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

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