Carlisle, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cumberland County County
Carlisle, PA
At a Glance
How Carlisle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carlisle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carlisle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carlisle residents earn a median household income of $59,742 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,547. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,995 business establishments, including 574 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carlisle is $212,400 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $334,866. Median rent is $986/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Carlisle reports 173 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,149/100K.
Education
37.8% of adults in Carlisle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carlisle 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 totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.