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Sun Valley, PA

Pennsylvania · Carbon County · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro

Sun Valley is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,559. Residents earn $70,887 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,559 Population 898/sq mi density
$70,887 Median Income $31,424 per capita
$210,600 Home Value $304,591 Zillow
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
4.4 / 5.0
$70,887 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,600 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
147 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,887
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,600
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 147/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,559
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,887
Per Capita$31,424
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$2,798M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,600
Ownership96.5%
Zillow$304,591
Housing Units1,108
Rent Burden39.0%

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
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+14.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute38 min
Broadband99.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sun Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sun Valley is $70,887, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sun Valley is $210,600, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sun Valley 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

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sun Valley 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.

Sun Valley has a population of 2,559 with a density of 898 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (78.8%), with 14.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.2% of residents, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 2.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,559
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sun Valley is $70,887, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,424 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $860, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% 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 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sun Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,887
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,424
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$62,587
Gini Index0.427 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% 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 Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sun Valley is $210,600, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,591, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 117.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 96.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,108 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $6,285 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 39.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,600
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,591
Median List Price$134,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$134,900
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio117.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden39.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.5%
Owner-Occupied96.5%
Renter-Occupied3.5%
Housing Units1,108
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,285
80% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Sun Valley, 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: Sun Valley 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 Rate86.9%
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
Sun Valley 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, Sun Valley receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sun Valley 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
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sun Valley 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 1,148 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

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates40.9804°N, 75.4665°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCarbon County County
Nearest AirportPocono Mountains Regional (MPO)
12 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 67 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 87 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 86 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 69 km
Jan 9, 1992 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey M3.1 117 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 52 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 120 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 114 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 80 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 86 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 67 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 68 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 84 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 120 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 120 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 149 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 126 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 110 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 98 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 119 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 2 286 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 187 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

248 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 136 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 86 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 67 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 47 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 84 km 3
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 81 km 0
Jul 14, 1988 EF3 88 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 25 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 24 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 84 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 64 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 95 km 1
Jun 24, 1960 EF3 99 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 99 km 1
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 83 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 99 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 82 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 43 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 39 km 0
Jul 23, 2010 EF2 77 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 19 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 60 km
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 16 MILE 7,896 36 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 41 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 37 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 89 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 23 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 29 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 24 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 30 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 30 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

Sun Valley 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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Sun Valley is located in Carbon County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 14.6% 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. 99.0% 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. 77.6% 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
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+14.6%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi
CountyCarbon County County

Services

Broadband Access99.0%
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 Commute37.7 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home6.7%
Average costs for common services in Sun Valley. 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)
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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)
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)
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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)
View all 9 services

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

Radio Stations near Sun Valley

9 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
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 Sun Valley

3 campgrounds found near Sun Valley.

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

National Parks Near Sun Valley

79 national parks and monuments found near Sun Valley.

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
Evansburg 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
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
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
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 Sun Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILDLIFE INFORMATION CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6107608889$585,614
QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5709926161$389,948
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
MAUCH CHUNK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5703254439$36,959
POCONO RAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708943338$6,857
POLK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 46106815376$6,088
ASA PACKER MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPACKER HILL DRIVE5703253229
BARRETT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONROUTE 191/390 AND SAND SPRING ROAD5705956157
CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708944207
ELDRED TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GENESIS WILDLIFE CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION5703484137
HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6104400151
LEHIGHTON AREA TRAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MECHLING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORAVIAN HALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6107597873
NAZARETH AREA SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION212 MAIN ST
PARADISE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5705959880
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
STROUDSBURG LITTLE BETHEL HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5704020243

Libraries in Sun Valley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
EASTERN MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY1002 NORTH 9TH ST0.0327,300
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
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 Sun Valley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Homesteading Hut & Farmstand 1131 Route 390Visit
Nazareth Farmers Market on the SquareNazareth SquareSat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Stroudsburg Farmers Market 6332 Cherry Valled RdVisit

Restaurants in Sun Valley

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

China 8

Theatres in Sun Valley

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Gas Stations in Sun Valley

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
Heller's Gas

Banks in Sun Valley

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wayne Bank

Breweries in Sun Valley

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 Sun Valley

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Montage Mountain Resort 9.0 7 594 $53 December - March Yes Yes

Daycare Centers in Sun Valley

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF EFFORTS INC
3160 ROUTE 115
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 872-9970 OPEN

Cell Towers in Sun Valley

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Lake Drive (2159)LTOWER95
RURAL ROUTE 3 BORGER ROAD (49145)LTOWER61
CAMELBACK SKI AREA SULLIVAN TRAIL ROAD (2618)LTOWER58
ROUTE 196 AND ROUTE 423 (49231)MTOWER57
BLUE MTN WATER AUTHORITY RD 3 MI NNE OF WIND GAP (2162)LTOWER55
(Rocky Ridge) Cambelback RdLTOWER52

Bridges in Sun Valley

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1918395,532P
SlabPrestressed concrete2009323,736G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1999742,724G

Superfund Sites Near Sun Valley

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GREEN KNIGHT/PLAINFIELD LANDFILL GAS2147 PEN ARGYL ROADNORTHAMPTON

Airports Near Sun Valley

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
Charles G. Kalko 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
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 Sun Valley

15 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bushkill Township Police Department1114 Bushkill Center Road
Fern Ridge127 Parkside Avenue
Kidder Township Police Department10 Lake Harmony Road
Lehigh Township Police Department1063 Municipal Road
Lehighton Police Department124 3rd 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
Upper Nazareth Police Department
Washington Township Police Department1021 Washington Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Sun Valley

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS 3062Other3192 Rt 115
DOLLAR GENERAL 13931Other3229 Route 115
RootsFarmers and Markets1107 Gum Rd
Sunnys Food MartConvenience Store3797 Rt 115
UnimartConvenience Store3197 Route 115

Treatment Centers in Sun Valley

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
MSVS Community Counseling ServicesMental Health610-588-9109
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Monroe OutpatientSubstance Abuse570-420-7939

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sun Valley

What is the population of Sun Valley?

Sun Valley has a population of 2,559 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 898 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Sun Valley expensive to live in?

Sun Valley 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 $70,887, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $210,600 (25% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sun Valley safe?

Sun Valley 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, Sun Valley receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sun Valley?

Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley?

The job market in Sun Valley is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate 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 38 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sun Valley?

The median home value in Sun Valley is $210,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,591. The homeownership rate is 96.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,285.

How are the schools in Sun Valley?

Schools in Sun Valley score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.0% of adults in Sun Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sun Valley?

The obesity rate in Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley?

The average commute in Sun Valley is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sun Valley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sun Valley is 78.8% White, 14.5% Black or African American. 94.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 2.4% of the population are military veterans. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

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