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Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, in Carbon county, is 22 miles NW of Allentown, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 70 miles NW of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Allentown - Bethlehem - Easton metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Jim Thorpe is home to some 4,804 residents.
In Jim Thorpe, about 52% of adults are married.
In 2000, Jim Thorpe had a median family income of $43,710.
The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Jim Thorpe.
According to the 2000 census, 79% of the housing in Jim Thorpe was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high.
In Jim Thorpe, 94% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Jim Thorpe to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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