Livability Score

74
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (2) F
Lotz's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Sage Coffeehouse & Tea Garden
Coffee Shop
Hideaway Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) B
Anthracite Philharmonic
Theatre Arts
Schuylkill County Council for the Arts
Theatre Arts
Majestic Theater
Theatre Arts
Strike Zone
Bowling Alley
Minersville Area Historical Society
Museum
Food and Drink (30) A-
Brennan's Center City Beverage
Beverages
Market Street Deli
Deli
Club 18
Bar
Pottsville Provision
Deli
Rita's Italian Ice
Sweets
Yuengling Brewery
Alcohol
The Famous Beer N Burger
Bar
The 2nd Story
Bar
Subs N Such
Deli
Trippin Billie
Bar
Something Sweet
Sweets
Subway
Fast Food
The Wooden Keg Tavern
Bar
Stadium Bar & Grill
Bar
M&M Neighborhood Bar & Grill
Bar
Domino's
Fast Food
Big Jack's Brewers' Outlet
Alcohol
Sarge's Lounge & Deli
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Maroons Sports Bar & Grill
Bar
Woody's Bar
Bar
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Rumors
Bar
Brew Thru Beer & Beverage
Beverages
Fitness (3) A+
Martz Hall
Gym
Pottsville Golden Glove Center
Gym
Hidden River Clubhouse
Community Centre
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Mary Beth's Gymnastics Studio
Gym
Xtreme Fitness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Recreation Center
Community Centre
St. Nicholas Hall
Community Centre
The Jungle
Gym
Groceries (4) F
Momma Millies Bakery
Bakery
Bake Shop VI
Bakery
GIANT® Food Store
Grocery Store
Boyer's Food Market Pottsville
Grocery Store
Adelphia Seafood
Seafood
Weis
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
BG's Value Market
Grocery Store
Peace Frog
Health Food
Aldi
Grocery Store
Giant
Grocery Store
Minersville Bakery
Bakery
Katchur's Funnel Cakes
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Redner's
Grocery Store
Parks (20) A+
12th Street Playground
Playground
Yuengling Bicentennial Park and Gardens
Park
Daubert / Smith Playground
Playground
Bunker Hill Playground
Playground
JFK Recreation Complex
Park
Rotary Park
Park
Railway Park
Park
Main Street Playground
Playground
Dunn Street Playground
Park
Henry Clay Park
Park
Barefield Park
Park
Jalappa Playground
Playground
General George Joulwan East Side Park
Park
Savory Street Park
Park
Terry Reilly Memorial Park
Park
1st Street Playground
Playground
Bacon Street Park
Park
Francis E. Lubinsky Playground
Park
John L. Miller Memorial Playground
Park
Taylor Street Park
Park
Admiral Boone Park
Park
Joseph Coppola Memorial Park
Park
Schoentown American Fire Co. Field
Park
Recreational Complex
Park
John Siney Community Park
Park
Shops (37) A+
Golden Years Antiques & Household Goods
Furniture
Brok-Sel
Convenience Store
Tom's Computer Repair
Electronics
Serendipity
Gift Shop
Family Dollar
Discount Store
The House of Styles & Electrolysis
Hairdresser
Lisa's Trends & Ends
Hairdresser
Ducky's Grocery
Convenience Store
Sinful Glow
Beauty
Studio 16 Salon
Hairdresser
Pottsville Antique Center
Furniture
Bee Hive Salon
Hairdresser
Schuylkill Mobile Fone
Electronics
Pottsville Bike and Board
Bicycle
Murphy Jewelers
Fashion
Juliette Bridals By Ivana
Clothing
The Dirty Dog
Pets
Lisa's Floral Expressions
Florist
ET Trophy Shop
Gift Shop
Heaven and Earth Salon and Spa
Hairdresser
Klingaman's Office Products
Electronics
Marguerite's Antiques & Collectibles
Furniture
Goodwill Book Store
Books
Family Plus Barbers
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.5% take public transportation in Pottsville.
Public Transit Stops (2)
Stops & Stations F
Union Station
Bus Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.5% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Pottsville is 88/100 - which is 10% lower than Pennsylvania.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime C-

Pottsville crime rates are 2,383 per 100k, which is 35% higher than Pennsylvania
Property Crime
2,004 crimes per 100k C-
Violent Crime
379 crimes per 100k C-
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employment F

The median income in Pottsville is $39,154 - which is 29% lower than Pennsylvania.
Med. Household Income
$39,154 F
Unemployment Rate
5.0% F
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (31)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Brenda A. Jenkins, D.D.S.
Dentist
West End Hose Co. #7
Fire Station
West End Hose Co. # 7
Fire Station
Chimahosky Internal Medicine
Doctor
Yorkville Drug Store
Pharmacy
Schuylkill EMS
Ambulance Station
Zarar M. Bajwa, M.D.
Doctor
West Market Dental Care
Dentist
Yorkville Hose Company (Current)
Fire Station
Integrated Medical Group
Doctor
Yorkville Hose Company (Original)
Fire Station
Ghosh Orthodontist
Dentist
David R. Rajchel OD, Optometry
Doctor
Joseph D. Chipriano Jr. DMD LLC
Dentist
Pottsville Dental Center
Dentist
American Hose Company # 2
Fire Station
Humane Fire Co. # 1
Fire Station
Good Intent Parking Lot
Fire Station
Humane Fire Co. # 1
Fire Station
Good Intent Fire Company # 1
Fire Station
Pottsville Police Station
Police
Complete Injury Care
Doctor
Phenoix Fire Company # 2
Fire Station
Mount Carbon Fire Co.
Fire Station
Good Will Fire Company #4
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality B
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housing A+

Pottsville home prices are $77,600 - which is 54% lower than Pennsylvania
Home Price
$77,600 F
Home Appreciation Rate
11% B+
Home Affordability
2x (home price to income ratio) A+
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schools B-

The Pottsville graduation rate is 82% - which is 4% lower than Pennsylvania
School Test Scores
49% F
High School Grad. Rates
82% C-
Elementary Schools (6) A+
Lengel Ms
Perception Early Learning Center
Gillingham Charter School
Clarke El Ctr
Assumption Bvm School
St Nicholas School
Saint Clair Area El/Ms
Minersville Area El Ctr
Blue Mountain El Cressona Sch
Early Childhood Edu Ctr
Schuylkill Haven Ms
Schuylkill Haven El Ctr
High Schools (2) A+
Pottsville Area Hs
Gillingham Charter School
Schuylkill Technology Centers-South Camp
Minersville Area Jshs
Schuylkill Haven Shs
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ratings F

Pottsville has an overall rating of 39% from 4 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes F
User Surveys (2)
From AreaVibes B-
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Pottsville, PA Area Guide

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Pottsville Area Facts

  • Pottsville has a Livability Score of 74/100, which is considered excellent
  • Pottsville crime rates are 35% higher than the Pennsylvania average
  • Cost of living in Pottsville is 10% lower than the Pennsylvania average

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Another over taxed decling coal region town 2 rating By dryback ( May 26, 2015) Pottsville has some historical qualities having yuengling america's oldest brewery.
But really it is in the center of a declining area full of pollution and blight.
Its one of the better towns in Schuylkill County, But with bad weather, poor jobs, and nothing to do.
I dont kno ...Read More w how the heck this could be a 75 rating. Amenities A! really! what the heck is here other than yuengling brewery and a bunch of bars and very average mostly overpriced restaurants.
Also highly taxed, i do not know how you guys get an Aplus for cost of living. with the high school taxes and state income tax at 3.07 percent. This city has a better police department and fields for kids than the other cities in the area but that is about the only governmental plus. Another very poor ranking that makes no sense at all. id give it a 35 at most. Read Less
Stay away if your not 55+ amd of European decent 0.5 rating By AmyKeiths ( Jun 16, 2012) I have had the great displeasure of living in Pottsville PA for 7 years and I hated every moment of it for the most part. If you are Black, Asian or anything else STAY AWAY!! You will be hated taunted and spat on for no reason by all the hicks that live in this area. Needless to ...Read More say there is nothing here and their is a reason why the population is going down. Either some people are getting smart and moving or the elderly are dying.
In fact the entire county for the most part is just horrible. Please I beg you if your smart or not white stay away from here. Its a dead area and will stay dead until the people areound here pop that stupid bubble they are in. Everywhere else things are improving and this place will die and more then likely no one will give a crap.
I repeat DO NOT COME HERE. Don't think you'll find any shopping and god don't live here. The cost of living might be cheap, but its not worth it. They are discriminatory, raciest and one of those areas that are stuck in that 1900's. Plus the only rental place the landlords are ok, but the owners of most of the homes are stuck up pricks stealing the little bit of money people have. Don't live there. DON'T RENT THERE!! THE PLACE AND SURROUNDING CITIES ARE HORRIBLE STAY AWAY!! Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Pottsville? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      12th Street Playground
      Yuengling Bicentennial Park and Gardens
      Daubert / Smith Playground
      Bunker Hill Playground
      JFK Recreation Complex
      Rotary Park
      Railway Park
      Main Street Playground

      Entertainment

      Anthracite Philharmonic
      Schuylkill County Council for the Arts
      Majestic Theater
      Strike Zone
      Minersville Area Historical Society

      Food & Drink

      Brennan's Center City Beverage
      Market Street Deli
      Club 18
      Pottsville Provision
      Rita's Italian Ice
      Yuengling Brewery
      The Famous Beer N Burger
      The 2nd Story

      B- Commute

      Is public transit available in Pottsville? Of all people who commute, 1.5% take public transportation in Pottsville.
      Drive to Work
      73%

      3% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Pottsville? The cost of living in Pottsville is 88/100 - which is 10% lower than Pennsylvania.
      Pottsville
      88

      12% less expensive than average

      Pennsylvania
      98

      2% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      C- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Pottsville? Pottsville crime rates are 2,383, which are 35% higher than Pennsylvania
      Total Crime
      2,383 per 100k people

      3% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 42

      3% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -13%

      Year over year crime is down

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Pottsville? The median income in Pottsville is $39,154 which is 29% lower than Pennsylvania.
      Median household income
      $39,15429% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $25,31615% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      5%

      8% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Pottsville a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street
      Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill South Jackson Street

      Pharmacies

      Yorkville Drug Store
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Pottsville Neurology Clinic
      David R. Rajchel OD, Optometry
      Chimahosky Internal Medicine
      Zarar M. Bajwa, M.D.
      Integrated Medical Group
      Complete Injury Care

      A+ Housing

      What are Pottsville home prices? Pottsville home prices are $77,600 - which is 54% lower than Pennsylvania
      Median home value
      $77,60058% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $72024% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      60%

      5% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Pottsville have good schools? The Pottsville graduation rate is 82% - which is 4% lower than Pennsylvania
      High school grad. rates
      82%

      1% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      49%

      2% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      19:1

      21% higher than the US average

      F User Ratings

      Is Pottsville a good place to live? Pottsville has an overall rating of 39% from 4 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      39%

      4 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      25%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      71%

      2 total surveys

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