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Abbottstown, PA

Pennsylvania · York County · York-Hanover Metro

Abbottstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 804. Residents earn $72,266 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
804 Population 1,462/sq mi density
$72,266 Median Income $33,498 per capita
$196,500 Home Value $322,184 Zillow
$1,069 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,266 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,500 home value, $1,069/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,266
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,500
30% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,069
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

How Abbottstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population804
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,462/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,266
Per Capita$33,498
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,500
Rent$1,069
Ownership74.4%
Zillow$322,184
Housing Units336
Rent Burden35.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation550 ft (168 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.11

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Abbottstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbottstown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Abbottstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abbottstown is $72,266, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abbottstown is $196,500, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Abbottstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Abbottstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Abbottstown has a population of 804 with a density of 1,462 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.9% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

804
Total Population
1,462
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Abbottstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abbottstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbottstown is $72,266, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,498 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,201, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,389 business establishments, including 789 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 6.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Abbottstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,266
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,498
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261
Gini Index0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Abbottstown is $196,500, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,184, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 336 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $7,050 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 35.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,500
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,069
8% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units336
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Abbottstown, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,484. The dentist ratio is 1:1,794. 77.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Abbottstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Primary Care1:1,484
Dentists1:1,794
Mental Health1:668
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Abbottstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 32 fatal traffic crashes.

Crime Rates: Abbottstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents118
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Abbottstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 550 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation550 ft (168 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Coordinates39.8818°N, 76.9928°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyYork County County
Nearest AirportGettysburg Regional (GTY)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0476 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.63 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.1 / 100
Community Resilience83.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 95 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 97 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 78 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 74 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 134 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 23 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 95 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 70 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 21 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 97 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 8 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 98 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 132 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 24 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 56 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 73 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 73 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 115 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 84 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 263 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

416 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 209 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 57 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 43 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 30 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 6 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 82 km 1
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 82 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 49 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 9 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 82 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 88 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 89 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 73 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 61 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 83 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 26 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 69 km 0
Sep 18, 2004 EF2 57 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 72 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in

Abbottstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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Abbottstown is located in York County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 11.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.2% of the vote, a 25.3-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 1,029 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents118
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.11
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyYork County County

Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Avg Download Speed149.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed11.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home6.0%
Average costs for common services in Abbottstown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in York County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 32,814 566 $71,376 2.19
Health Care & Social Assistance 27,350 1,221 $73,898 1.04
Retail Trade 19,975 1,139 $34,617 1.10
Transportation & Warehousing 14,003 312 $52,933 1.81
Accommodation & Food Services 13,418 754 $21,924 0.81
Construction 11,740 914 $83,004 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 8,000 534 $45,351 0.74
Professional & Technical Services 7,091 817 $88,465 0.56
Other Services 6,712 953 $42,886 1.22
Wholesale Trade 6,165 408 $74,929 0.86
Management of Companies 3,676 107 $105,596 1.19
Finance & Insurance 3,356 492 $90,402 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 2,434 156 $25,272 0.79
Real Estate 2,032 352 $60,047 0.72
Educational Services 1,756 85 $45,601 0.47
Utilities 1,144 20 $163,918 1.65
Information & Technology 851 100 $64,964 0.25
Agriculture & Forestry 824 88 $38,013 0.56
Mining & Oil/Gas 224 9 $88,585 0.32

Radio Stations near Abbottstown

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The BocX blues, funk MP3 256 kbps
WHP 580 news, talk AAC
99.9 WFRE Free Country country music MP3 96 kbps
Key 103 WAFY hot adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
WTMD-HD2 MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Abbottstown

8 campgrounds found near Abbottstown.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35

National Parks Near Abbottstown

126 national parks and monuments found near Abbottstown.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Chaney Nrma State Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Chesapeake Bay Free
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Constitution Gardens Free
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Honey Branch Nrma State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Jonas Green State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Love Point State Park State Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Matapeake State Park Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Poe Paddy State Park State Park Free
Poe Valley State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sandy Point State Park State Park Free
Sassafrass Nrma State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Sky Meadows State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Washington Monument $1
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free
Wye Island Nrma State Park Free
Wye Oak Sp State Park Free

Museums in Abbottstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCHMUCKER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM7173376080$182,302,895
BATTLEFIELD MILITARY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7173381243$15,984,694
GETTYSBURG MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM7173372035$15,984,694
HANOVER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176323207$280,989
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173344723$248,364
WILLIAMS GROVE OLD TIMERSHISTORY MUSEUM100 BALTIMORE ROAD7175288279$212,316
GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$122,356
MARYLAND STEAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$65,327
EAST BERLIN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$50,367
LITTLESTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173594212$8,693
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173346245
CHARLOTTE'S QUEST NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4103743395
CODORUS VALLEY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMBERLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173346485
DAVID WILLS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8664865735
EASTERN MUSEUM OF MOTOR RACINGGENERAL MUSEUM7175288279
EISENHOWER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173384454
GENERAL AVIATION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTSBURY BLACK HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTYSBURG DIORAMAGENERAL MUSEUM7173346408
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173341124
GREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONGREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETY7175288761
GREATER DOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HALL OF PRESIDENTSGENERAL MUSEUM7173345717
HISTORIC CHURCH WALKING TOURSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC GETTYSBURG ADAMS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173345185
HUNTERSOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SPIRITUAL INVESTIGATIONSGENERAL MUSEUM231 BALTIMORE ST7173982026
JOHN TIMON REILY HISTORIAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONREAR 363 MAIN STREET7176302454
LINCOLN TRAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173345678
NEW OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3537176246240
NORTHERN YORK COUNTY HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175021440
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 JOHN OWINGS ROAD
SCHRIVER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173372800
SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173344890
SPRING GROVE AREA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 N EAST ST #3
THADDEUS STEVENS SOCEITYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3484
UNION MILLS HOMESTEAD COMPLEXHISTORIC PRESERVATION4108482288
WEST MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2500 CARLISLE ROAD7177642909
YE OLDE SULPHUR SPA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION408 MAIN STREET

Libraries in Abbottstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ADAMS SYS ADMIN UNIT140 BALTIMORE ST0.0438,265
GUTHRIE MEMORIAL LIBRARY - HANOVER'S PUBLIC LIBRARY2 LIBRARY PLACE0.0185,469
AMELIA S GIVIN LIBRARY114 NORTH BALTIMORE AVE0.0124,959
GLATFELTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY101 GLENVIEW RD0.066,641
DILLSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY17 SOUTH BALTIMORE STREET0.048,176
EAST BERLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY105 LOCUST STREET0.036,086
POTTER COUNTY FREE LIBRARY205 W COMMERCIAL AVE, SUITE 1030.08,934

Farmers Markets in Abbottstown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adams County Farmers Market103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Adams County Farmers' Market Association103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Thu: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Dillsburg Farmers' Market1 N. 2nd Street 05/12/2018 to 10/13/2018Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Hanover Market House210 East Chestnut Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 6:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Morningstar Marketplace5209 Lincoln Highway, West
Taneytown Farmers' MarketRt. 140, Memorial Park

Breweries in Abbottstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aldus Brewing CoBrewers555 Centennial Ave7176342407
Crystal Ball Brewing CompanyBrewery1612 W King StVisit
Dawn's Cafe IncTake Out Restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, cafes, breweries &523 Baltimore St7176300335
DylansBars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants321 Harrisburg St7172590212Visit
Garryowen Irish PubBars & Clubs, Burgers, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, European, Gettysburg126 Chambersburg St7173372719Visit
Marburg Estate Winery LtdVineyards, , manufacturing, Beverages, (4), Wines, Wineries, Spring Grove, (2), Wines Brandy and Bra2025 Locust Rd7176337760
Quick 6 Beer & FoodFood & Beverage Services, Food and Beverage, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Sandwich Shops, Bar, Brewery,1510 W Market St7178468646, (717) 900-5628
Race Horse TavernBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Grill Restaurants, L738 N Biesecker Rd7177929838Visit
U-tote-m Incfood and drink, beverage, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, recreation1440 Bannister St7178435940

Daycare Centers in Abbottstown

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CHILDREN IN BLOOM CHILD CARE CENTER
6360 YORK RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 624-3282 OPEN

Cell Towers in Abbottstown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Cranberry site) 2300 HARVEY GUMMEL ROADTOWER86
2500 MAYBERRY ROADTOWER85
2815 TRACEY MILL RD (18697)LTOWER79
1211 CHERRYTOWN RD (18703)LTOWER78
587 Garrett Lane (4391)LTOWER78
(Hanover) 752 High Rock RdLTOWER61
2941 Baltimore Pike (10044)LTOWER61
3602 Jefferson Avenue (113231)MTOWER59
(Dillsburg) 104 Old York RdLTOWER58
Kindig Road (101728)MTOWER56
LONG MOUNTAIN 200 TOWER ROADTOWER41
Tower Road (104524)LTOWER41

Fire Stations in Abbottstown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
United Hook & Ladder Company #33 (Station 2)38 E King STVolunteer717-259-0697

Power Plants Near Abbottstown

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
HAMILTON (PA)PETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-77.0OP

Bridges in Abbottstown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20174216,199G
CulvertConcrete2009229,957G
CulvertConcrete2017289,957G
SlabConcrete1970282,247F
SlabConcrete198124400F
Arch (Deck)Concrete192530200P
CulvertConcrete198622150G
CulvertConcrete199323100F
CulvertConcrete19932575F

Superfund Sites Near Abbottstown

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HUNTERSTOWN COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT1731 HUNTERSTOWN RDADAMS
PELLA WINDOW & DOOR PLT2000 PROLINE PLADAMS
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
YORK COUNTY ENERGY PARTNERSNORTH CODORUS TWP. ROUTE 116YORK

Airports Near Abbottstown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportBWILarge Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Martin State AirportMTNMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Albrecht AirstripSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirstripSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Essex Skypark AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fallston AirportSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fly Away Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport

Police Stations in Abbottstown

20 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 06 Towson
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 06 Towson
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 07 Cockeysville
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 09 White Marsh
Bonneauville Police Department46 East Hanover Street
Carroll Township Police Department555 Chestnut Grove Road
Conewago Township Police Department541 Oxford Avenue
Gettysburg Police Department59 East High Street
Hanover Police Department
Mount Holly Springs Police
Northern York County Regional Police Department
Penn Township Police Department
Penn Township Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police - Gettysburg Station1750 Granite Station Road
Silver Spring Police Department District 3
Taneytown Police120 East Baltimore Street
US Park Ranger (Law Enforcement)
West Manchester Township Police Department
West Manheim Township Police Department
West York Borough - Police Department1381 West Poplar Street

Grocery Stores in Abbottstown

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Balady Farm LLCFarmers and Markets380 Moulstown Rd
Dollar General 20359Other7518 Lincoln Hwy
El Mercado LlcGrocery Store6945 York Rd
Rutters 58Convenience Store7680 Lincoln Hwy

Treatment Centers in Abbottstown

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Colonial House IncSubstance Abuse717-792-9702 x2
Kindred Treatment CenterBoth410-861-0066
New Insights II Inc - YorkSubstance Abuse717-845-2079
Polaris Detox LLC - DBA Innovo DetoxSubstance Abuse717-619-3260

DOL Wage Violations in Abbottstown

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,782 in back wages owed to 18 employees.

1
Violations
$1,782
Back Wages Owed
18
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
LHMS 17301 1 $1,782 $99 18

Churches & Religious Organizations in Abbottstown

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
HARVEST CHAPEL MINISTRIES INC6947 YORK RD
NECK MINISTRIES6947 YORK RD
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH100 E WATER ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abbottstown

What is the population of Abbottstown?

Abbottstown has a population of 804 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,462 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Abbottstown expensive to live in?

Abbottstown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,266, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $196,500 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Abbottstown safe?

Abbottstown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Abbottstown?

Abbottstown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Abbottstown?

The job market in Abbottstown is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,201. There are 9,389 business establishments in the area, including 789 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 6.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Abbottstown?

The median home value in Abbottstown is $196,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,184. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,069. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.4%. The average annual property tax is $7,050.

How are the schools in Abbottstown?

Schools in Abbottstown score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.9% of adults in Abbottstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Abbottstown?

The obesity rate in Abbottstown is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 77.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,484.

What is transportation like in Abbottstown?

The average commute in Abbottstown is 26 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Abbottstown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Abbottstown is 96% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 93.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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