Lock Haven, PA

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, in Clinton county, is 94 miles W of Scranton, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 133 miles N of Baltimore, Maryland. The city is home to some 9,149 residents.

The People and Families of Lock Haven

In Lock Haven, about 28% of adults are married. People in Lock Haven have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Lock Haven than is typical.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lock Haven had a median family income of $28,619.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($4,010) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Lock Haven. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Lock Haven Housing

According to the 2000 census, 39% of the housing in Lock Haven was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Lock Haven, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Lock Haven, 76% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Lock Haven let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Lock Haven strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 6%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Lock Haven, PA

Comparing Lock Haven to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Age of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Lock Haven Almanac

Lock Haven Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Lock Haven Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Lock Haven, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Lock Haven Public Libraries

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Lock Haven Hospitals

LOCK HAVEN HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
24 CREE DRIVE
(570) 893-5000
Emergency Service: No

Lock Haven Colleges

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Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

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