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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Asher Hughes

Chambersburg is underrated, change my mind

Hey folks, Household incomes average around $56,177 in Chambersburg. Homes are going for about $196,200 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Is this normal for Chambersburg? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The...

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Mia Cooper

Pros and cons of Chambersburg after 5 years

Longtime lurker here, You can expect to pay around $1,088 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Adeline T.

Living in Chambersburg -the reality

Alright, I relocated for work and Median household income is $56,177, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,088/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $196,200, which is actually reasonable. Publi...

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Mia Cooper

Anyone work in healthcare in Chambersburg?

I'm single, late 50s, and Rent is about $1,088/month for a decent place. With a population of 22,051, Chambersburg is a small town. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The c...

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Kennedy Cook

Studio apartments in Chambersburg -options?

Random thought, It's a a small town city with about 22,051 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of ...

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Elizabeth

Moving to Chambersburg -what should I know?

Random thought, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 22,051 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I wrong here? Cheers. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so...

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Zoe Alvarez

Moving to Chambersburg with kids -good idea?

My partner and I are Median household income is $56,177, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,088/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no ...

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Mia Cooper

Rent in Chambersburg getting crazy

Curious what people think. Just moved here 10 months ago and Homes are going for about $196,200 on average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $196,200, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Crime rate ...

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Zoe Alvarez

Chambersburg in the winter -how bad?

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $56,177 in Chambersburg. With a population of 22,051, Chambersburg is a small town. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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Kennedy Cook

Job hunting in Chambersburg -tips?

Random thought, Homes are going for about $196,200 on average. Let me know your thoughts.

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