🛡️ Safest Small Towns in Pennsylvania
Updated Mar 14, 2026 · 9 towns ranked by data
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Centre County · Pop. 42,100
$300,000
Home Value
1.5/1k
Crime Rate
55
Walk Score
$38,000
Income
57
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Northampton County · Pop. 75,781
$230,000
Home Value
3.5/1k
Crime Rate
55
Walk Score
$48,000
Income
32
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Lancaster County · Pop. 63,890
$220,000
Home Value
5.0/1k
Crime Rate
58
Walk Score
$42,000
Income
13
How We Scored This
The safest small towns in America, ranked by crime rates, community, and quality of life.
Violent Crime
Weight: 30% · Lower is better
Property Crime
Weight: 25% · Lower is better
Income
Weight: 15% · Higher is better
Schools
Weight: 10% · Higher is better
Walkability
Weight: 10% · Higher is better
Affordability
Weight: 10% · Lower is better