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Carlisle Barracks, PA

Pennsylvania · Cumberland County · Metropolitan Area

Carlisle Barracks is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 683. Residents earn $129,706 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
683 Population 2,009/sq mi density
$129,706 Median Income $43,699 per capita
$2,566 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$129,706 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$2,566/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,706
73% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.7%
122% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,566
121% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population683
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density2,009/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans40.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,706
Per Capita$43,699
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,566
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units288
Rent Burden25.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation457 ft (139 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.7%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+82.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute12 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Carlisle Barracks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlisle Barracks receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Carlisle Barracks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlisle Barracks is $129,706, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Carlisle Barracks among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,566 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Carlisle Barracks is a highly educated community — 74.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlisle Barracks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Carlisle Barracks has a population of 683 with a density of 2,009 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

683
Total Population
2,009
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlisle Barracks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.1%
3% above US avg
Spanish18.9%
41% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlisle Barracks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlisle Barracks is $129,706, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Carlisle Barracks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,706
73% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,699
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.1 min
Drive Alone48.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,566 (121% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,566
121% above US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units288
Median Year Built2005

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Carlisle Barracks has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation457 ft (139 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,009/sq mi
Coordinates40.2098°N, 77.1727°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCumberland County County
County FIPS42041
Carlisle Barracks is located in Cumberland County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 74.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.7%
122% above US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+82.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,009/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyCumberland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.1 min
Drive Alone48.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Nearby Cities

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