Penn Estates, PA

Pennsylvania · Monroe County

Penn Estates is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,691. Residents earn $91,080 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

3,691 Population 1,827/sq mi density

$91,080 Median Income $35,018 per capita

$233,200 Home Value $337,548 Zillow

$2,188 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr

64 Violent Crime/100K 1,475 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$91,080 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$233,200 home value, $2,188/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

64 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $91,080

21% higher than US avg

Home Value $233,200

17% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 64/100K

83% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.7%

18% lower than US avg

Median Rent $2,188

88% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.8%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.2%

55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,691

Median Age41.1 yrs

Density1,827/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 44%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

Median Income$91,080

Per Capita$35,018

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty19.2%

County GDP$9,563M

Commute52 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$233,200

Rent$2,188

Ownership96.1%

Zillow$337,548

Housing Units2,170

Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

Violent64/100K

Property1,475/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.5%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain53.6 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.7%

High School+94.6%

Graduate+9.4%

School Score5.78

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%

Commute52 min

Broadband97.0%

EV Stations8

Libraries8

Is Penn Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penn Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Penn Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Penn Estates is $91,080, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Penn Estates is $233,200, 17% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,188 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Penn Estates is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,475 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Penn Estates experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Penn Estates has a population of 3,691 with a density of 1,827 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (44.1%), with 23.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.4% of residents, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,691

Total Population

1,827

People / sq mi

41.1yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

2.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%

Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Penn Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.4%

9% below US avg

Spanish 28.6%

113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Penn Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penn Estates is $91,080, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,018. The average weekly wage is $1,030, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,684 business establishments, including 423 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 9.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Penn Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$91,080
	21% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,018
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,030
IRS Avg AGI	$67,833
Gini Index	0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.2%
	55% above US avg
Establishments (County)	3,684
County GDP	$9,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants	423
Healthcare	351
Retail	594
Manufacturing	111

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,766
	93% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	52.3 min
Drive Alone	50.7%
Public Transit	13.4%
Work from Home	9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Penn Estates is $233,200, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,548, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $2,188 (88% 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. 96.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,170 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $6,766 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$233,200
	17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$337,548
Median List Price	$514,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$514,000
$/Sq Ft	$124
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.4%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,188
	88% above US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	96.1%
Owner-Occupied	96.1%
Renter-Occupied	3.9%
Housing Units	2,170
Median Year Built	1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,766
	93% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.90%

In Penn Estates, 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 1:2,489. The dentist ratio is 1:2,697. 78.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Penn Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.8%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	2.9%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.5%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Mental Distress	14.9%
Physical Distress	13.4%
Short Sleep	38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.0%

Primary Care	1:2,489
Dentists	1:2,697
Mental Health	1:597
Checkup Rate	70.2%
Dental Visits	62.0%
Premature Death	8,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	78.5%
Healthcare Facilities	351

Penn Estates has a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,475 per 100,000, 25% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Penn Estates receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	64.1/100K
	83% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,475.3/100K
	25% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Penn Estates experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 271 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 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 41.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,042 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.4°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,042 ft (318 m)
Area	2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density	1,827/sq mi
Coordinates	41.0335°N, 75.2400°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Monroe County County
Nearest Airport	Pocono Mountains Regional (MPO) 10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"

41% above US avg

Snowfall 41.6"

Wettest Month (May) 4.61"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0424 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	85.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	34.5 / 100
Community Resilience	21.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 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	55 km
Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	103 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	102 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	56 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	49 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	106 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	131 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	139 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	102 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	63 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	56 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	54 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	102 km
Aug 5, 2025	1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey	M2.8	101 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	133 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	101 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	134 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	143 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	120 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	127 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	269 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	170 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

265 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 14 fatalities, 170 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF3	94 km	2
May 31, 1998	EF3	83 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	32 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	92 km	3
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	73 km	0
Jul 14, 1988	EF3	68 km	0
Jul 26, 1981	EF3	41 km	0
Sep 26, 1977	EF3	96 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	8 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	67 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	48 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	94 km	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	90 km	0
Feb 21, 2023	EF2	95 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	80 km	0
Apr 14, 2019	EF2	99 km	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	56 km	0
Feb 25, 2017	EF2	50 km	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	72 km	0
Jul 29, 2009	EF2	12 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	—	—	51 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	137 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (23,000 ac, 1985).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1985	UNNAMED	23,000	96 km
2016	16 MILE	7,896	20 km
2024	JENNINGS CREEK	5,069	81 km
2015	ROOSA GAP	2,747	96 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	55 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	52 km
1988	UNNAMED	833	96 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	16 km
2015	RAZOR FIRE	728	47 km
2015	PIPELINE 1	666	38 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	17 km
2016	SHERWOOD	642	97 km
1999	WORTHINGTO	514	12 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-3°C)	3.4 in
February	26°F (-3°C)	2.9 in	Coldest, Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	3.5 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
May	56°F (14°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	65°F (18°C)	4.3 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	4.1 in
September	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in
October	51°F (10°C)	3.6 in
November	41°F (5°C)	4.0 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	3.5 in

Penn Estates has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.9").

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Penn Estates is located in Monroe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.9% of the vote, a 0.8-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 351 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 50.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 13.4% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%

D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.7%
	18% below US avg
High School+	94.6%
Graduate Degree+	9.4%
School Test Score	5.78

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,827/sq mi
Total Area	2.1 sq mi
County	Monroe County County

Services

Broadband Access	97.0%
Avg Download Speed	128.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	351
Restaurants	423
Retail Stores	594

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	52.3 min
Drive Alone	50.7%
Public Transit	13.4%
Work from Home	9.8%

Average costs for common services in Penn Estates. 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 Monroe County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	10,265	418	$28,771	1.98
Health Care & Social Assistance	9,235	415	$59,447	1.13
Retail Trade	8,454	583	$33,269	1.49
Manufacturing	4,949	124	$92,020	1.06
Transportation & Warehousing	3,048	124	$60,245	1.26
Other Services	2,130	350	$38,435	1.24
Construction	1,791	361	$57,790	0.60
Administrative & Waste Services	1,675	198	$43,260	0.50
Arts & Entertainment	1,119	77	$29,863	1.17
Finance & Insurance	850	143	$68,949	0.37
Wholesale Trade	730	107	$86,811	0.33
Real Estate	563	150	$46,322	0.64
Information & Technology	303	40	$55,643	0.28
Educational Services	273	37	$33,372	0.23
Agriculture & Forestry	185	25	$26,598	0.40
Utilities	98	5	$143,348	0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas	68	7	$59,869	0.32

Radio Stations near Penn Estates

8 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
WXL39 162.400 Weather Radio	local weather, noaa	MP3 16 kbps
95.1 ZZO	rock	AAC
VMFM 91.7	college, college radio	AAC 64 kbps
NEPA's ESPN Radio	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Penn Estates

4 campgrounds found near Penn Estates.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
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 Penn Estates

92 national parks and monuments found near Penn Estates.

Park	Type	Fee
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Allamuchy Mountain State Park	State Park	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
Browns Point Park	State Park	Free
Buck Mountain	State Park	Free
Cheesequake 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
Division of Parks and Forestry Park	State Park	Free
Edison State Park	State Park	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
Goose Pond Mountain	State Park	Free
Gouldsboro State Park	State Park	Free
Greenwood Lake 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
Highland Lakes 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
Inland Blue Acres	State Park	Free
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
Long Pond Ironworks 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
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	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
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
Pyramid Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Ralph Stover State Park	State Park	Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park	State Park	Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet	State Park	Free
Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site	State Park	Free
Soldiers and Sailors	State Park	Free
Steamtown National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Stephens State Park	State Park	Free
Sterling Forest State Park	State Park	Free
Sussex Branch Trail	State Park	Free
Swartswood State Park	State Park	Free
Tobyhanna State Park	State Park	Free
Troy Meadows 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
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Penn Estates

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5709926161	$389,948
JACKTOWN-BLUE MOUNTAIN ANTIQUE GAS & STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1165 RICHMOND RD	6105886900	$218,049
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5704217703	$165,866
POCONO RAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5708943338	$6,857
ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM AND GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	24 MAIN ST	5704764240
BARRETT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	ROUTE 191/390 AND SAND SPRING ROAD	5705956157
CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5708944207
DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONAL RECREATION AREA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5705886021
DELAWARE WATER GAP STATION PRESERVATION PARTNERSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DRIEBE FREIGHT STATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5704241776
EAST STROUDSBURG RAILROAD TOWER	HISTORY MUSEUM	31 ANALOMINK STREET	5704209989
GENESIS WILDLIFE CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5703484137
HARMONY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3026 BELVIDERE ROAD
HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCMUNN PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5704223341
MECHLING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PARADISE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5705959880
PENNSYLVANIA FOREST FIRE MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MILITARY VEHICLES	GENERAL MUSEUM
POCONO/JACKSON TOWNSHIPS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
QUIET VALLEY HISTORICAL FARM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5709926161
SCHISLER MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		5704223211
SHIPPEN MANOR	GENERAL MUSEUM		9084534381
SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		6105994993
SLATE BELT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2214 NORTH DELAWARE DRIVE
STERLING STRAUSER GALLERY COLLECTION	ART MUSEUM		5704223211
STROUD MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5704217703
STROUDSBURG LITTLE BETHEL HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5704020243
VETERANS MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Penn Estates

Name	Address	Annual Visits
EASTERN MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1002 NORTH 9TH ST	327,300
WARREN COUNTY LIBRARY	2 SHOTWELL DRIVE	307,379
WESTERN POCONO COMMUNITY LIBRARY	2000 PILGRIM WAY	80,984
POCONO MOUNTAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	5500 MUNICIPAL DR	73,648
BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 SOUTH MAIN ST	43,660
CLYMER LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	FIREHOUSE RD.	39,717
BARRETT PARADISE FRIENDLY LIBRARY	6500 ROUTE 191	33,046
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	42 WASHINGTON AVENUE	18,103
BELVIDERE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 SECOND STREET	16,412

Farmers Markets in Penn Estates

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
ABV Farm Market	690 Allegheny Road			Visit
Belvidere NJ Farmer's Market	2nd street	06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Visit
Homesteading Hut & Farmstand	1131 Route 390			Visit
Monroe County Farmers Market	Main street
Monroe Farmers Market	Courthouse Square	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Slate Belt Farmers Market	1566 Riner Road
Stroudsburg Farmers Market	6332 Cherry Valled Rd			Visit

Breweries in Penn Estates

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Barley Creek Brewing Company	American Restaurant, American Restaurants, Steak & Seafood Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Pub, Brew	1774 Sullivan Trl	5706299399	Visit
Lombardi's Tobyhanna Brookside Inn	Cocktail Lounges, Caterers, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, recreat	182 Main St	5708944966	Visit
Minisink Hotel	American Restaurant, Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Brewery, Bar	River Rd	5704219787

Ski Resorts Near Penn Estates

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

Pharmacies in Penn Estates

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 1942	ROUTE 611 AND OLD MILL ROAD	570-629-8554
GIANT	3560 STATE ROUTE 611	570-421-2896
WEIS MARKETS	STATE ROUTE 611	570-619-5300

Daycare Centers in Penn Estates

5 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
BONNIES PLAYFUL PANDAS DAYCARE 2369 ROUTE 715	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 629-7272	OPEN
HANNIG FAMILY CHILDRENS CENTER NCC MONROE CAMPUS 2411 ROUTE 715	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 369-1861	OPEN
KIDZ WORLD ACADEMY INC 3541 ROUTE 611	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 424-1333	OPEN
LITTLE DISCOVERIES DAY CARE 506 RIDGEVIEW DR, ROUTE 611	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 620-1008	OPEN
STEPPING STONES PRESCHOOL / CHILDCARE INC 3203 ROUTE 611	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(570) 629-6618	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Penn Estates

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Bartonsville, PA - Tesla Supercharger	65 PA-611	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
The Crossings Premium Outlets - Tesla Supercharger	1000 Premium Outlets Dr	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Shops at Crossroads	65 Route 611	Volta	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Penn Estates

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
STATE HIGHWAY 507 (78793)	LTOWER	90
1 MILE NE OF RT. 507 & TOTEM POLE RD.	TOWER	82
1 MILE NE OF RT. 507 & TOTEM POLE RD.	TOWER	82
RURAL ROUTE 3 BORGER ROAD (49145)	LTOWER	61
CAMELBACK SKI AREA SULLIVAN TRAIL ROAD (2618)	LTOWER	58
ROUTE 196 AND ROUTE 423 (49231)	MTOWER	57
BLUE MTN WATER AUTHORITY RD 3 MI NNE OF WIND GAP (2162)	LTOWER	55
Route 402 (85279)	LTOWER	52
(Rocky Ridge) Cambelback Rd	LTOWER	52
101 Goose Pond Rd. (101783)	MTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Penn Estates

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Company Inc.	Route 611 HWY	Volunteer			570-629-0930

Bridges in Penn Estates

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1963	23	48,753	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	126	24,792	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	21	24,792	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	726	24,792	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	597	23,961	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	148	23,961	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	21	23,961	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2015	231	23,590	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	154	22,497	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	53	22,497	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	157	22,497	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	195	22,371	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	53	22,371	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	157	22,371	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	2017	39	20,453	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1957	137	19,688	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	41	18,547	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	41	17,631	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	157	13,718	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	67	12,938	F
Culvert	Steel	1942	23	12,938	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	63	11,262	P
Culvert	Concrete	1948	28	10,869	F
Culvert	Concrete	1959	21	9,299	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	261	6,755	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	46	6,755	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	331	5,921	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1958	49	5,921	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	64	5,745	F
Culvert	Concrete	2020	220	4,934	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	68	4,934	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2013	130	4,934	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1932	157	3,989	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	144	2,962	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2015	142	2,647	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	138	2,584	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	63	2,584	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1956	25	2,014	F
Culvert	Concrete	2003	26	2,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	65	1,887	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2015	57	1,074	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1941	98	1,016	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	91	737	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	68	500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	43	330	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2016	72	330	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	62	150	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	2009	36	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	47	100	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1932	23	71	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	141	60	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	65	14	F

Superfund Sites Near Penn Estates

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
GREEN KNIGHT/PLAINFIELD LANDFILL GAS	2147 PEN ARGYL ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
PORTLAND COMBUSTION TURBINE	5017 RIVER ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
PPL LOWER MT BETHEL ENERGY LLC PLT	6079 DU PUES FERRY ROAD	NORTHAMPTON

Airports Near Penn Estates

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Lehigh Valley International Airport	ABE	Medium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)	RDG	Medium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport	AVP	Medium Airport
A G A Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerequus Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroflex-Andover Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Air-List-Ads Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexandria Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashlawn Airport	—	Small Airport
Bally Spring Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Beltzville Airport	—	Small Airport
Bert's Airport	—	Small Airport
Blairstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Boehm's Field	—	Small Airport
Braden Airpark	—	Small Airport
Buckingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Bugs Airport	—	Small Airport
Bullfly Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port Airport	—	Small Airport
Campis Airport	—	Small Airport
Cavage Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Acres Private Group Airport	—	Small Airport
Central Jersey Regional Airport	JVI	Small Airport
Charles G. Kalko Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Cosklos Elkview Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswinds Airfield	—	Small Airport
Cuatros Vientos Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Meadows Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Dimascio Field	—	Small Airport
Don's Place Airpark	—	Small Airport
Doylestown Airport	DYL	Small Airport
Eagles Lair Airport	—	Small Airport
East Penn Airport	—	Small Airport
Elephant Path Airport	—	Small Airport
Erwinna Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fla-Net Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying B Farm Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Flying Dollar Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Gap View Airport	—	Small Airport
Goat Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Grayce Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Graystrip Airport	—	Small Airport
Grover Airport	—	Small Airport
Gunden Airport	—	Small Airport
Hackettstown Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Penn Estates

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bushkill Township Police Department	1114 Bushkill Center Road
Delaware Water Gap Police Department	49 Main Street
Monroe County Sheriff's Office	610 Monroe Street
Pocono Mountain Regional Police	2454 PA 940
Pocono Township Police Department	110 Township Drive
Slate Belt Regional Police Department
Stroud Area Regional Police	100 Day Street
Stroudsburg	2730 Rimrock Drive
Washington Township Police Department	1021 Washington Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Penn Estates

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Corona Butcher	Specialty Store	2832 Rt 611
CVS PHARMCY 1942	Other	413 RR 1 RTE 611
Dollar General 17349	Other	2245 Route 715
Dollar Surplus 1177 Inc	Convenience Store	2942 Pa 611
Dollar Tree 1393	Other	3578 Route 611
European Market Pirin	Convenience Store	3400 Route 611
Giant Food Store 6455	Supermarket	3560 Route 611
Turkey Hill Minit Markets 950274	Convenience Store	2837 Route 611
Uni-mart 306	Convenience Store	3577 Route 611
Wawa Store 8187	Convenience Store	2977 Route 611
Weis Markets 166	Supermarket	2836 Route 611

Post Offices in Penn Estates

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Bartonsville	3400 PA 611
Tannersville	2937 PA 611

Treatment Centers in Penn Estates

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Better Today Inc	Substance Abuse	570-424-8280
Merakey - Pocono Mountain Center	Mental Health	570-644-0808
MSVS Community Counseling Services	Mental Health	610-588-9109
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Monroe Outpatient	Substance Abuse	570-420-7939
Recovery Revolution Inc	Substance Abuse	610-599-7700
Water Gap Wellness Center	Both	570-755-3100

Churches & Religious Organizations in Penn Estates

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANGELIC ANOINTED MINISTRIES INC	2225 SKY HIGH DR
GREAT REDEEMER CHURCH INC	PO BOX 743
PARKSIDE CHAPEL OF HENRYVILLE	PO BOX 214
POCONO PRAYER BREAKFAST	3329 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR
POCONO UNION CHURCH & CEMETARY INC	PO BOX 244
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 196
THE LORD IS EXHALTED MULTI-PURPOSE CHRISTIAN CENTER	119 FERNWOOD DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Penn Estates

What is the population of Penn Estates?

Penn Estates has a population of 3,691 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,827 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.

Is Penn Estates expensive to live in?

Penn Estates 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 $91,080, 21% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $233,200 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,188 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Penn Estates safe?

Penn Estates is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,475 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Penn Estates receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Penn Estates?

Penn Estates has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Penn Estates?

Penn Estates has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,030. There are 3,684 business establishments in the area, including 423 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 52 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Penn Estates?

The median home value in Penn Estates is $233,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,548. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,188. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 96.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,766.

How are the schools in Penn Estates?

Schools in Penn Estates score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.7% of adults in Penn Estates hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Penn Estates?

The obesity rate in Penn Estates is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.5% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 78.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,489.

What is transportation like in Penn Estates?

The average commute in Penn Estates is 52 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 50.7% of workers drive alone to work, 13.4% use public transit, and 9.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Penn Estates?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Penn Estates is 44.1% White, 23.9% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 71.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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