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Hamilton Township, PA

Hamilton Township is a township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 8,635 at the 2020 census.

The Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church and Cemetery, Fenner–Snyder Mill, and Quiet Valley Farm are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Multiple highways serve Hamilton Township. The most prominent of these is Interstate 80, which follows the Keystone Shortway along a northwest-southeast alignment across the northern corner of the township. U.S. Route 209 follows a southwest-northeast alignment across the middle of the township. U.S. Route 209 Business starts at US 209 in the western section of the township and heads northeastward just northwest of US 209. Pennsylvania Route 33 follows a north-south alignment through the middle of the township, including a concurrency with US 209. Finally, Pennsylvania Route 611 follows a northwest-southeast alignment across the northern tip of the township, just north of I-80.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 38.5 square miles (100 km²), of which 38.3 square miles (99 km²) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km²) (0.42%) is water. The township contains the unincorporated communities of Blue Mountain Pines, Bossardsville, Hamilton Square, Kellersville, Kemmererville, Sandhill, Sciota, Snydersville, and Stormville, plus a portion of Saylorsburg.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hamilton Township, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Hamilton Health Center and Hamilton Healthcare System stand as cornerstones in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include YMCA and RWJ Fitness and Wellness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hamilton Township, such as Yetter Park and Columcille Megalith Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Hamilton Township, PA are Sherman Theater, Pocono Raceway, and Olde Engine Works.

Area: 99.71 km². Elevation: 392 m. Population: 8,635 (2020). Area code: 570. ZIP Code: 18321.

FAQs

What is the poverty rate in Hamilton Township, PA?

In 2022, the median household income of Hamilton Township households was $71,789. Hamilton township households made slightly more than New Stanton households ($71,744) and Glenolden households ($71,719). However, 10.1% of Hamilton Township families live in poverty.

Is Hamilton Township, PA a good place to live?

Living in Hamilton Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Hamilton Township and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Hamilton Township are above average.

Is Hamilton Township, PA expensive?

Hamilton township (Monroe County), Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.1% lower than the U.S. average and 0.3% lower than the average for Pennsylvania. A typical home costs $368,100, which is 8.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.6% more expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. To live comfortably in Hamilton township (Monroe County), Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $70,560 for a family, and $36,400 for a single person is recommended.

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Wikipedia

Hamilton Township Monroe

Hamilton Health Center 

Hamilton Healthcare System 

YMCA

RWJ Fitness and Wellness

Yetter Park 

Columcille Megalith Park

Sherman Theater

Pocono Raceway

Olde Engine Works

Pennsylvania Demographics

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