South Hanover Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,227 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$112,902 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$358,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$753 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,562 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dauphin County
4
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

Dauphin County
3
Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (51%) 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 3 6 28
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Vista School
<1 miles, SE · 1star
South Hanover El Sch
1 miles, E · 4.6star
Price
2 miles, S · 3.2star
Nye El Sch
2 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Milton S Hershey Medical Center
2 miles, SE · 4.1star
Pinnacle Health Hospitals
9 miles, W · 4.1star
Holy Spirit Hospital
12 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
7 miles, SW · 1.4star
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