Back Mountain, PA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 27,146
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price Low
Median Income High

Climate

The area, which was plagued by a large flood in 2006, is generally cooler than the national average temperatures.

Geography

The region is located behind the Endless Mountains.

Cultural Attractions

The Hillside Dairy Farm in Shavertown is known for its Dairy Store and hosts Victorian tea parties and birding classes.

Recreation

Back Mountain Recreation Inc. is undergoing construction on its walking trails and sports facilities.

Economy

The Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau promotes the area’s tourist industry.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
27,146
Population under 55:
72.1%
Population over 55:
27.9%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Newark

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
82°F July High, 17°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$51,908
Median home price:
$175,000
Average property tax:
$1,456

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
9.4%
Average
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
4
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
2

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
7
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
9

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
18/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
37/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
66

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Other data and information copyright 2012 Onboard Informatics or as otherwise sourced. Information is represented by Onboard Informatics as reliable but not guaranteed.

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