Peters Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,468 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,039 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$924 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Chambersburg Metro Area
1
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
2
Chambersburg Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 29
Feb 2 9 31
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 2 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Mountain View El Sch
1 miles, NW · 4.1star
James Buchanan HS
2 miles, SW · 4.6star
James Buchanan MS
2 miles, SW · 3.2star
Mercersburg Academy
4 miles, SW · 5star
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Colleges

Chambersburg Beauty School
12 miles, E · 1star
Wilson College
13 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Fulton County Medical Center
8 miles, NW · 4.1star
Chambersburg Hospital
13 miles, E · 5star
Waynesboro Hospital
19 miles, SE · 5star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
63 miles, E · 1.4star
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