Shippensburg Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
4,327 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
57.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$127,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$695 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,177 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
1
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
2
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) 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 28
Feb 2 9 30
Mar 2 4 39
Apr 4 0 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem
<1 miles, W · 4.1star
Shippensburg Intrm Sch
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
James Burd El Sch
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Nancy Grayson El Sch
2 miles, W · 3.7star
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Colleges

Wilson College
11 miles, SW · 1.4star
Chambersburg Beauty School
12 miles, SW · 1star
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Hospitals

Chambersburg Hospital
12 miles, SW · 5star
Carlisle Regional Medical Center
17 miles, E · 3.2star
Good Samaritan Hospital
21 miles, E · 3.2star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
40 miles, E · 1.4star
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