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Palmyra

Address

115 Buehler Lane (off Gumbletown Road)
Paupack , PA 18451
United States

Email:
administrator@palmyrapike.org
Phone:
570-226-2230
URL:
https://palmyrapike.org/
School District
Wallenpaupack Area
Tax Rate
6.9000 mills

Palmyra Township is a scenic, rural municipality located in northern Pike County, Pennsylvania, known for its lakefront communities, forested hills, and proximity to Lake Wallenpaupack. It offers a blend of natural beauty, residential tranquility, and recreational access. Here's a detailed profile:

🏞️ Geography & Location

  • Area: ~54.3 square miles (land: 50.9, water: 3.4)
  • Elevation: ~1,200 feet
  • Coordinates: 41.429° N, 75.145° W
  • Borders:
    • North: Wayne County
    • East: Blooming Grove Township
    • South: Greene Township
    • West: Lackawaxen Township
  • Natural Features:
    • Lake Wallenpaupack (western shoreline)
    • Wallenpaupack Creek
    • Adjacent to Delaware State Forest

👥 Population & Demographics

  • Population (2020 Census): ~3,544
  • Estimated (2023): ~3,600
  • Density: ~70 people per square mile
  • Median Age: ~52.7 (older than state average)
  • Racial Composition:
    • White: ~86%
    • Hispanic/Latino: ~7%
    • Black: ~3%
    • Asian & Other: ~4%

🏡 Housing & Communities

  • Character: Low-density residential with lake homes, wooded lots, and seasonal cabins
  • Notable Developments:
    • Spinnler Point
    • Tanglwood Lakes
    • Lake Wallenpaupack Estates
  • Homeownership Rate: ~85%
  • Median Home Value: ~$250,000

💼 Economy & Commute

  • Median Household Income: ~$80,000
  • Poverty Rate: ~6.3%
  • Employment Sectors: Construction, healthcare, education, hospitality, remote work
  • Commute Time: ~38 minutes average
  • Work-from-Home Rate: ~23%

🏛️ 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 Tafton Fire Company and local EMS

🎓 Education

  • School District: Wallenpaupack Area School District
    • Students typically attend Wallenpaupack Area High School and Middle School
  • Nearby Colleges: Lackawanna College, East Stroudsburg University

🧭 Cultural & Environmental Notes

  • Palmyra Township is deeply committed to land preservation, watershed protection, and community planning.
  • Residents enjoy access to Lake Wallenpaupack recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and birdwatching.
  • The township hosts seasonal cleanup events, public meetings, and zoning workshops to guide responsible development.
Type
Township
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