Bendersville, PA

Pennsylvania · Adams County · Gettysburg Metro

Bendersville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 667. Residents earn $80,461 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

667 Population 1,482/sq mi density

$80,461 Median Income $30,930 per capita

$180,100 Home Value $326,545 Zillow

$1,165 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$80,461 median income, 4.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$180,100 home value, $1,165/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $80,461

7% higher than US avg

Home Value $180,100

36% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.2%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,165

0% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.8%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.5%

31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population667

Median Age43.2 yrs

Density1,482/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans9.1%

Economy

Median Income$80,461

Per Capita$30,930

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty8.5%

County GDP$4,729M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$180,100

Rent$1,165

Ownership77.0%

Zillow$326,545

Housing Units271

Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property834/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain45.3 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation724 ft (221 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.2%

High School+86.7%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%

Commute25 min

Broadband85.6%

EV Stations8

Libraries6

Is Bendersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bendersville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bendersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bendersville is $80,461, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bendersville is $180,100, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,165 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bendersville 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 834 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bendersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bendersville has a population of 667 with a density of 1,482 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 6.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 70.6% of residents, while 29.4% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

667

Total Population

1,482

People / sq mi

43.2yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%

Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bendersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 70.6%

10% below US avg

Spanish 29.4%

119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bendersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bendersville is $80,461, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,930 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,049, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,237 business establishments, including 225 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bendersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$80,461
	7% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,930
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,049
IRS Avg AGI	$75,220
Gini Index	0.395 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.5%
	31% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,237
County GDP	$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants	225
Healthcare	165
Retail	307
Manufacturing	106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,531
	58% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bendersville is $180,100, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,545, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,165 (0% 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. 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 271 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. The average annual property tax is $5,531 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 42.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$180,100
	36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$326,545

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$157
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,165
	0% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	77.0%
Owner-Occupied	77.0%
Renter-Occupied	23.0%
Housing Units	271
Median Year Built	1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,531
	58% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.07%

In Bendersville, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,859. The dentist ratio is 1:3,029. 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.8%
	36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health


Short Sleep	40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.9%

Primary Care	1:1,859
Dentists	1:3,029
Mental Health	1:768
Dental Visits	64.2%
Premature Death	6,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	73.2%
Healthcare Facilities	165

Bendersville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 834 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bendersville receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	834.0/100K
	57% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Bendersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°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 45.3 inches. The area receives 27.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 724 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.8°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	724 ft (221 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	1,482/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9813°N, 77.2493°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Adams County County
Nearest Airport	Gettysburg Regional (GTY) 10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"

19% above US avg

Snowfall 27.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.17"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0480 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	3.5 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.48 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.17 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	67.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	36.2 / 100
Community Resilience	66.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

24 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	110 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	112 km
Jul 16, 2010	5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland	M3.6	81 km
Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	54 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	26 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	89 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	87 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	112 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	29 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	112 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	27 km
Oct 28, 1994	1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland	M2.7	94 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	74 km
Mar 15, 1993	5 km W of Columbia, Maryland	M2.7	89 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	136 km
Jun 25, 2021	2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland	M2.6	88 km
Jan 18, 1994	3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania	M2.6	90 km
Oct 28, 1996	2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania	M2.6	100 km
Jan 13, 1990	6 km ENE of Eldersburg, 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	286 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	295 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

378 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 185 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004	EF3	66 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF3	58 km	0
May 22, 1983	EF3	31 km	0
Jun 7, 1980	EF3	20 km	0
Jun 18, 1970	EF3	93 km	1
Apr 16, 1961	EF3	24 km	0
Apr 5, 1952	EF3	31 km	0
Nov 4, 1950	EF3	99 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	52 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	69 km	0
Nov 2, 2018	EF2	71 km	0
May 23, 2011	EF2	75 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	75 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	31 km	0
Sep 18, 2004	EF2	81 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	95 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	70 km	0
Sep 24, 2001	EF2	36 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	93 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	77 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-0°C)	2.9 in	Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	3.4 in
April	51°F (10°C)	3.4 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.1 in
June	69°F (21°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
July	75°F (24°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.5 in
September	65°F (18°C)	4.1 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.4 in
November	44°F (6°C)	3.7 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.2 in

Bendersville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 30°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.9").

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Bendersville is located in Adams County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.4% of the vote, a 33.6-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 165 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%

D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.2%
	55% below US avg
High School+	86.7%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	6.21

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,482/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Adams County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.6%
Avg Download Speed	135.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	165
Restaurants	225
Retail Stores	307

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Average costs for common services in Bendersville. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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 Adams County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	6,832	128	$64,562	2.51
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,373	221	$64,748	0.92
Accommodation & Food Services	3,854	209	$22,685	1.28
Retail Trade	3,556	305	$35,865	1.07
Construction	1,501	224	$73,755	0.86
Transportation & Warehousing	1,141	76	$52,447	0.81
Educational Services	1,092	28	$55,980	1.59
Other Services	1,080	213	$34,243	1.08
Professional & Technical Services	746	177	$69,798	0.32
Arts & Entertainment	690	52	$21,335	1.24
Administrative & Waste Services	687	95	$41,961	0.35
Finance & Insurance	528	78	$86,613	0.39
Wholesale Trade	377	73	$69,968	0.29
Management of Companies	345	18	$92,016	0.62
Real Estate	313	71	$53,114	0.61
Information & Technology	215	34	$46,163	0.35
Utilities	59	4	$157,498	0.47

Radio Stations near Bendersville

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WHP 580	news, talk	AAC
106.9 The Eagle WWEG	classic hits	AAC+ 64 kbps
WQCM 94.3	classic rock, rock	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bendersville

8 campgrounds found near Bendersville.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
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 Bendersville

93 national parks and monuments found near Bendersville.

Park	Type	Fee
Antietam National Battlefield	National Battlefield	$20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway	Parkway	Free
Berkeley Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Black Moshannon State Park	State Park	Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park	State Park	Free
Caledonia State Park	State Park	Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument	National Monument	Free
Catoctin Mountain Park	Park	Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$20
Codorus State Park	State Park	Free
Colonel Denning State Park	State Park	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
Eisenhower National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Fort Frederick Sp	State Park	Free
Fort Frederick State Park	State Park	Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine	National Monument and Historic Shrine	$15
Fort Tonoloway Sp	State Park	Free
Fowlers Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Gambrill Sp	State Park	Free
Gambrill State Park	State Park	Free
Gathland Sp	State Park	Free
Gathland State Park	State Park	Free
Gettysburg National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park	State 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
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park	State Park	Free
Jonas Green State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Little Buffalo State Park	State Park	Free
Love Point State Park	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
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
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
Rocks Sp	State Park	Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park	State Park	Free
Sandy Point State Park	State Park	Free
Seneca Creek Sp	State Park	Free
Seneca Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area	State Park	Free
Shikellamy State Park	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
Susquehannock State Park	State Park	Free
Swatara State Park	State Park	Free
Sweet Run State Park	State Park	Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Trough Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Uhler Nrma	State Park	Free
Washington Monument Sp	State Park	Free
Washington Monument State Park	State Park	Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Whipple Dam State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Bendersville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SCHMUCKER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7173376080	$182,302,895
TROUT GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7172451344	$168,451,839
BATTLEFIELD MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7173381243	$15,984,694
GETTYSBURG MUSEUM OF HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM		7173372035	$15,984,694
CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - HAMILTON LIBRARY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172497610	$1,028,825
ARMY HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7172581102	$535,450
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173344723	$248,364
WILLIAMS GROVE OLD TIMERS	HISTORY MUSEUM	100 BALTIMORE ROAD	7175288279	$212,316
ROLLS-ROYCE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7177959400	$190,370
MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL ARCHIVES	HISTORY MUSEUM	900 MARKET STREET	7177139973	$162,008
GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$122,356
MECHANICSBURG MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7176976088	$82,664
APPALACHIAN TRAIL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7174868126	$59,835
BIGLERVILLE HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	154 W HANOVER STREET	7176774556	$12,900
LITTLESTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173594212	$8,693
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173346245
CIVILIANS OF GETTYSBURG 1861-1865	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMBERLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173346485
DAVID WILLS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8664865735
EASTERN MUSEUM OF MOTOR RACING	GENERAL MUSEUM		7175288279
EISENHOWER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173384454
FULLER SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GENERAL ADMIRAL MUSEUM AND MUSEUM SUPPLIES	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173349188
GETTSBURY BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTYSBURG DIORAMA	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173346408
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173341124
GREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	GREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETY	7175288761
HALL OF PRESIDENTS	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173345717
HISTORIC CHURCH WALKING TOURS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC GETTYSBURG ADAMS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173345185
HUNTERSOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SPIRITUAL INVESTIGATIONS	GENERAL MUSEUM	231 BALTIMORE ST	7173982026
JOHN TIMON REILY HISTORIAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	REAR 363 MAIN STREET	7176302454
KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	833 WEST TRINDLE ROAD	7176918033
LINCOLN TRAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173345678
LUTHERAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY GETTYSBURGH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL APPLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 353	7176246240
NEWVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7177766210
NORTHERN YORK COUNTY HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7175021440
SCHRIVER HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7173372800
SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173344890
THADDEUS STEVENS SOCEITY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 3484
TWO MILE HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172433437
YE OLDE SULPHUR SPA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	408 MAIN STREET

Libraries in Bendersville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ADAMS SYS ADMIN UNIT	140 BALTIMORE ST	438,265
BOSLER FREE LIBRARY	158 WEST HIGH ST	293,334
JOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	16 N WALNUT ST	247,418
AMELIA S GIVIN LIBRARY	114 NORTH BALTIMORE AVE	124,959
DILLSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	17 SOUTH BALTIMORE STREET	48,176
JOHN GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	9 PARSONAGE ST	34,435
POTTER COUNTY FREE LIBRARY	205 W COMMERCIAL AVE, SUITE 103	8,934

Farmers Markets in Bendersville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Adams County Farmers Market	103 Carlisle Street	05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Adams County Farmers' Market Association	103 Carlisle Street	05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019	Thu: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Carlisle Farmers Market	260 York Road
Deitch's Frm Market	1613 Trindle Road
Dillsburg Farmers' Market	1 N. 2nd Street	05/12/2018 to 10/13/2018	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Farmers on the Square	2A N Hanover St	01/01/2020 to 12/31/2020	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Mountain Lakes Market	1800 Newville Road				Visit
STCC Open Air Market	180 Airport Road	05/07/2018 to 09/24/2018	Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes

Breweries in Bendersville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Carlisle Beverage	Brewery	770 S West St	7172492434
Garryowen Irish Pub	Bars & Clubs, Burgers, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, European, Gettysburg	126 Chambersburg St	7173372719	Visit
Market Cross Pub & Brewery	Pub, Brewery, Burger Joint	113 N Hanover St	7172581234	Visit
Molly Pitcher Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery	10 E South St	7176090969	Visit

Cell Towers in Bendersville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1700 Ridge Road (4490)	GTOWER	141
(Walnut Bottom Cell Site) 212 Hammond Road	TOWER	61
605 Piney Mtn. Ridge	TOWER	61
605 PINEY MOUNTAIN RIDGE ROAD (17438)	LTOWER	58
(Dillsburg) 104 Old York Rd	LTOWER	58
Kindig Road (101728)	MTOWER	56
201 Tiger Trail (104426)	LTOWER	50
Bendersville 750 Potato Road	TOWER	47
LONG MOUNTAIN 200 TOWER ROAD	TOWER	41
Tower Road (104524)	LTOWER	41

Fire Stations in Bendersville

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bendersville Community Fire Company	144 Park ST	Volunteer			717-677-8000

Bridges in Bendersville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	27	4,598	F
Culvert	Concrete	2012	24	4,598	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	56	1,360	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	23	762	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	35	762	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1998	32	762	G
Culvert	Concrete	2018	24	638	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1940	30	525	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	22	480	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	49	300	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	28	232	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2017	68	206	G
Slab	Concrete	1950	29	99	P

Superfund Sites Near Bendersville

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
HUNTERSTOWN COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT	1731 HUNTERSTOWN RD	ADAMS
PELLA WINDOW & DOOR PLT	2000 PROLINE PL	ADAMS

Airports Near Bendersville

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd Field	MRB	Medium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field	HGR	Medium Airport
Harrisburg International Airport	MDT	Medium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport	MUI	Medium Airport
5 Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Albrecht Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Auer Field	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Baugher's Orchard Airport	—	Small Airport
Beers Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Bell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bendigo Airport	—	Small Airport
Bermudian Valley Airpark	—	Small Airport
Black Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Botsford Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Bowtie Airport	—	Small Airport
Burhans Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency Strip	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	HAR	Small Airport
Carlisle Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field	—	Small Airport
Carsonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Catoctin Crosswind Airport	—	Small Airport
Chestnut Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle W Airfield	—	Small Airport
Clearview Airpark	—	Small Airport
Cloudbound Airport	—	Small Airport
D.Evans Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Dee Jay Airport	—	Small Airport
Deitch Airport	—	Small Airport
Derick Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Donegal Springs Airpark	—	Small Airport
Draco STOLport	—	Small Airport
Drillmore Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Ecko Field	—	Small Airport
Egolf Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Eagle Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Franklin County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Frederick Municipal Airport	FDK	Small Airport
Gettysburg Regional Airport	GTY	Small Airport
Gilbert Airport	—	Small Airport
Glenair Airport	—	Small Airport
Good Neighbor Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Greer Airport	—	Small Airport
Gusler Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Landings Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bendersville

10 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 07 Cockeysville
Bonneauville Police Department	46 East Hanover Street
Carlisle Police Department
Conewago Township Police Department	541 Oxford Avenue
Gettysburg Police Department	59 East High Street
Hampstead Police Department
Mount Holly Springs Police
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police - Gettysburg Station	1750 Granite Station Road
US Park Ranger (Law Enforcement)

Grocery Stores in Bendersville

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Beechwood Orchards	Farmers and Markets	984 Carlisle Rd
Dollar General 16693	Other	1453 Carlisle Rd

Post Offices in Bendersville

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bendersville

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BENDERSVILLE LUTHERAN PARISH	PO BOX 449
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 449
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 449

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bendersville

What is the population of Bendersville?

Bendersville has a population of 667 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,482 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Bendersville expensive to live in?

Bendersville 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 $80,461, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,100 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,165 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bendersville safe?

Bendersville 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 834 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bendersville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bendersville?

Bendersville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 27.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Bendersville?

Bendersville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,049. There are 2,237 business establishments in the area, including 225 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bendersville?

The median home value in Bendersville is $180,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,545. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,165. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 77.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,531.

How are the schools in Bendersville?

Schools in Bendersville score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.2% of adults in Bendersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bendersville?

The obesity rate in Bendersville is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,859.

What is transportation like in Bendersville?

The average commute in Bendersville is 25 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bendersville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bendersville is 71.4% White, 6.3% Black or African American, 3.9% Hispanic or Latino. 70.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 29.4% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 88.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Biglerville, PA 1,194 pop · 3.6 mi Mount Holly Springs, PA 2,333 pop · 9.5 mi Gettysburg, PA 7,929 pop · 10.4 mi Lake Meade, PA 2,398 pop · 11.2 mi Hampton, PA 1,627 pop · 11.3 mi Lake Heritage, PA 2,737 pop · 12.5 mi New Oxford, PA 1,777 pop · 13.1 mi Bonneauville, PA 1,975 pop · 13.2 mi Boiling Springs, PA 3,602 pop · 13.6 mi Dillsburg, PA 2,638 pop · 14.6 mi East Berlin, PA 1,575 pop · 14.6 mi Shippensburg, PA 5,811 pop · 15.2 mi Carlisle, PA 21,335 pop · 15.3 mi Newville, PA 1,269 pop · 15.3 mi

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