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Middle Smithfield, PA

Middle Smithfield Township is a township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 16,014 at the 2020 census.

The Cold Spring Farm Springhouse, John Michael Farm, Schoonover Mountain House, Capt. Jacob Shoemaker House, John Turn Farm, and Zion Lutheran Church are located in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area at Middle Smithfield Township and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 54.2 square miles (140.2 km2), of which 53.1 square miles (137.6 km2) is land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (1.88%) is water.

As of 2020, there were 105.44 miles (169.69 km) of public roads in Middle Smithfield Township, of which 30.56 miles (49.18 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 74.88 miles (120.51 km) were maintained by the township.

U.S. Route 209 and Pennsylvania Route 402 are the numbered highways serving Middle Smithfield Township. US 209 follows Milford Road along a southwest-northeast alignment across the southeastern portion of the township. PA 402 follows Resica Falls Road along a north-south alignment through the middle of the township.

According to the A. W. Kuchler U.S. potential natural vegetation types, Middle Smithfield Township would have a dominant vegetation type of Appalachian Oak (104) with a dominant vegetation form of Eastern Hardwood Forest (25). The peak spring bloom typically occurs in late April and peak fall color usually occurs in mid-October. The plant hardiness zone is 6a with an average annual extreme minimum air temperature of −8.9 °F (−23 °C).

Health and wellness are paramount in Middle Smithfield, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The LVPG Family Medicine-Middle Smithfield stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Middle Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Retro Fitness and Zumba with Tanya. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Middle Smithfield, such as the Mount Nebo Regional Park and Yetter Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Middle Smithfield, PA include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Pocono TreeVentures, and Pocono Indian Museum. 

Population: 15,922 (2018). Area: 54.23 sq mi (140.46 km2). Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Main ZIP Code: 18302. Main Area Code(s): 570. 

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Is Middle Smithfield, PA a good place to live?

Living in Middle Smithfield Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Middle Smithfield Township and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Middle Smithfield Township are above average.

What is the history of Middle Smithfield, PA?

All through the French and Indian War (1754-1763) and the American Revolution (1775-1783), the area now known as Middle Smithfield was the Native American frontier and the site of the majority of attacks on white settlements in Eastern Pennsylvania. Middle Smithfield Township was established in the year 1794 having been a part of Smithfield or Upper Smithfield Township as it was called, while being in Northampton County. Several county divisions later, Middle Smithfield became part of Pike County, named for Zebulon Montgomery Pike, discoverer of Pike's Peak.

Is Middle Smithfield, PA expensive?

Middle Smithfield, 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 $263,600, which is 22.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.6% more expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. To live comfortably in Middle Smithfield, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $50,400 for a family, and $46,800 for a single person is recommended.

Sources

Wikipedia

Township of Middle Smithfield

LVPG Family Medicine-Middle Smithfield 

Middle Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department

Retro Fitness 

Zumba with Tanya

Mount Nebo Regional Park 

Yetter Park

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Pocono TreeVentures

Pocono Indian Museum

Niche

Township History

Best Places

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