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Milford

Address

560 Route 6 & 209
Milford , PA 18337
United States

Email:
milfrdtp@ptd.net
Phone:
(570)296-5540
URL:
https://milfordtownshippike.com/
Office Hours:
Mon - Fri: 9AM - 1PM
School District
Delaware Valley
Tax Rate
14.0000 mills

Milford Township is a rural, wooded municipality in western Pike County, Pennsylvania, distinct from the nearby borough of Milford. It offers a quiet, residential setting with deep historical roots and access to the scenic Delaware River corridor. Here's a detailed civic and geographic profile:

🏞️ Geography & Location

  • Area: ~29.5 square miles (land: 28.9, water: 0.6)
  • Elevation: ~1,200 feet
  • Coordinates: 41.339° N, 75.021° W
  • Borders:
    • North: Dingman Township
    • East: Milford Borough and Westfall Township
    • South: Shohola Township
    • West: Blooming Grove Township
  • Natural Features:
    • Forested ridges and wetlands
    • Proximity to Delaware State Forest
    • Near Lake Milford and Sawkill Creek

👥 Population & Demographics

  • Population (2020 Census): ~1,586
  • Estimated (2023): ~1,620
  • Density: ~55 people per square mile
  • Median Age: ~52.1 (above state average)
  • Racial Composition:
    • White: ~86%
    • Hispanic/Latino: ~7%
    • Black: ~3%
    • Asian & Other: ~4%

🏡 Housing & Community

  • Character: Low-density residential with large wooded lots
  • Homeownership Rate: ~88%
  • Median Home Value: ~$240,000
  • Notable Developments: Scattered lake and forest communities, no large-scale subdivisions

💼 Economy & Commute

  • Median Household Income: ~$82,000
  • Poverty Rate: ~5.6%
  • Employment Sectors: Construction, healthcare, education, remote work
  • Commute Time: ~38 minutes average
  • Work-from-Home Rate: ~22%

🏛️ Government & Civic Life

  • Established: Early 1800s
  • Government Type: Second-class township
  • Board of Supervisors: 3 elected members
  • Services:
    • Road maintenance
    • Code enforcement
    • Parks & recreation
    • Emergency services via Milford Fire Department and local EMS

🎓 Education

  • School District: Delaware Valley School District
    • Students typically attend DV Middle School and DV High School
  • Nearby Colleges: East Stroudsburg University, Lackawanna College

🧭 Cultural & Environmental Notes

  • Milford Township is committed to land preservation, low-density development, and environmental stewardship.
  • It participates in regional planning, stormwater management, and public safety coordination with neighboring municipalities.
  • Residents enjoy access to Delaware River recreation, hiking trails, and heritage tourism in nearby Milford Borough.
Type
Township
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