Dauphin, PA

Pennsylvania · Dauphin County · Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro

Dauphin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,065.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,065 Population 2,477/sq mi density

$185,500 Home Value $289,258 Zillow

$961 Median Rent 44.8% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

80 Violent Crime/100K 1,474 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

80 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

55.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Home Value $185,500

34% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 80/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 55.4%

64% higher than US avg

Median Rent $961

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.8%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.7%

25% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,065

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density2,477/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans4.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$35,723

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty17.2%

County GDP$28,909M

Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$185,500

Rent$961

Ownership80.1%

Zillow$289,258

Housing Units540

Rent Burden44.8%

Crime

Violent80/100K

Property1,474/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain45.2 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation424 ft (129 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+55.4%

High School+98.5%

Graduate+14.7%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%

Commute18 min

Broadband94.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries10

Is Dauphin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dauphin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dauphin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dauphin is $185,500, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Dauphin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 80 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,474 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

Dauphin is a highly educated community / 55.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dauphin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dauphin has a population of 1,065 with a density of 2,477 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 62.1% female and 37.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,065

Total Population

2,477

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.9%

Female 62.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dauphin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.4%

75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dauphin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dauphin is N/A. Per capita income is $35,723. The average weekly wage is $1,308. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,552 business establishments, including 716 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Dauphin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$35,723
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,308
IRS Avg AGI	$74,173
Gini Index	0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	25% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg
Establishments (County)	7,552
County GDP	$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants	716
Healthcare	979
Retail	898
Manufacturing	194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,206
	77% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.1 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dauphin is $185,500, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,258, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,212 for a one-bedroom to $1,493 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 540 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1950. The average annual property tax is $6,206 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 44.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$185,500
	34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$289,258

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$961
	17% below US avg
Rent Burden	44.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,058
1 Bedroom	$1,212
2 Bedrooms	$1,493
3 Bedrooms	$1,920
4 Bedrooms	$1,977

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	80.1%
Owner-Occupied	80.1%
Renter-Occupied	19.9%
Housing Units	540
Median Year Built	1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,206
	77% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.35%

In Dauphin, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:968. The dentist ratio is 1:1,350. 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.8%
	36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health


Short Sleep	36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.8%

Primary Care	1:968
Dentists	1:1,350
Mental Health	1:346
Dental Visits	72.7%
Premature Death	8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	88.7%
Healthcare Facilities	979

Dauphin has a violent crime rate of 80 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,474 per 100,000, 25% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 26 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Dauphin receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	79.7/100K
	79% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,473.5/100K
	25% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	26
Traffic Accidents	223
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Dauphin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 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 45.2 inches. The area receives 23.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 56% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 424 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	51.9°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	424 ft (129 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	2,477/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3683°N, 76.9302°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Dauphin County County
Nearest Airport	Harrisburg International (MDT) 15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"

19% above US avg

Snowfall 23.9"

Wettest Month (May) 4.33"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	56.3%
Unhealthy Days	2

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0450 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	91.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	37.9 / 100
Community Resilience	96.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
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 Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	76 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	78 km
Jul 16, 2010	5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland	M3.6	130 km
Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	49 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	32 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	140 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	63 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	35 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	78 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	49 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	135 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	77 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	147 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	31 km
Mar 15, 1993	5 km W of Columbia, Maryland	M2.7	126 km
Oct 28, 1994	1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland	M2.7	122 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	54 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	116 km
Jan 13, 1990	6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland	M2.6	105 km
Jun 25, 2021	2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland	M2.6	120 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1985	Gloria	Category 2	286 km

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

Tornado History

329 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 190 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004	EF3	31 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	88 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF3	97 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	92 km	6
May 22, 1983	EF3	79 km	0
Jun 7, 1980	EF3	49 km	0
Jul 29, 1976	EF3	97 km	0
Jun 18, 1970	EF3	54 km	1
Apr 16, 1961	EF3	61 km	0
Apr 5, 1952	EF3	63 km	0
Nov 4, 1950	EF3	71 km	0
May 28, 2019	EF2	90 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	61 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	94 km	0
Feb 24, 2016	EF2	86 km	0
May 23, 2011	EF2	39 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	29 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	32 km	0
Sep 18, 2004	EF2	88 km	0
Sep 24, 2001	EF2	71 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-1°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.4 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.5 in
May	60°F (16°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in
July	75°F (24°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.4 in
September	65°F (18°C)	3.9 in
October	53°F (12°C)	3.2 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.6 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.2 in

Dauphin has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 29°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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Dauphin is located in Dauphin County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 55.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 14.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52.4% of the vote, a 5.9-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 979 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%

D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	26
Traffic Accidents	223
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	55.4%
	64% above US avg
High School+	98.5%
Graduate Degree+	14.7%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	2,477/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Dauphin County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.2%
Avg Download Speed	208.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	76.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	979
Restaurants	716
Retail Stores	898

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.1 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.7%

Average costs for common services in Dauphin. 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 Dauphin County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	39,478	1,221	$72,781	1.45
Retail Trade	13,747	866	$36,338	0.72
Transportation & Warehousing	13,694	239	$58,359	1.70
Accommodation & Food Services	12,508	667	$26,473	0.72
Manufacturing	12,447	208	$81,746	0.80
Administrative & Waste Services	9,317	422	$44,831	0.83
Professional & Technical Services	8,144	837	$101,399	0.62
Wholesale Trade	6,892	329	$85,005	0.92
Arts & Entertainment	6,317	148	$28,205	1.97
Other Services	6,138	806	$54,178	1.07
Construction	6,052	452	$84,308	0.61
Finance & Insurance	5,516	392	$109,541	0.71
Management of Companies	4,304	114	$170,600	1.34
Educational Services	3,809	103	$56,126	0.97
Real Estate	1,805	256	$68,997	0.61
Information & Technology	1,466	129	$82,141	0.41
Utilities	290	13	$126,974	0.40
Agriculture & Forestry	188	31	$35,997	0.12
Mining & Oil/Gas	57	5	$94,998	0.08

Schools in Dauphin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Middle Paxton El Sch	Elementary	263	17	15.5:1

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Radio Stations near Dauphin

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WHP 580	news, talk	AAC

National Parks Near Dauphin

75 national parks and monuments found near Dauphin.

Park	Type	Fee
Antietam National Battlefield	National Battlefield	$20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Bald Eagle State Park	State Park	Free
Bucktail 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
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
Elk Neck 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
Glens Natural Area	State 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
Hyner Run State Park	State Park	Free
Hyner View State Park	State Park	Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Little Buffalo State Park	State Park	Free
Locust Lake State Park	State Park	Free
McCalls Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Memorial Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Mont Alto State Park	State Park	Free
Morgan Run Nea	State Park	Free
Palmer 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
Ravensburg State Park	State Park	Free
Raymond B. Winter State Park	State Park	Free
Reeds Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park	State Park	Free
Rocks Sp	State Park	Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park	State Park	Free
Sand Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Shikellamy 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
State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehanna Sp	State Park	Free
Susquehanna State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehanna State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehannock State Park	State Park	Free
Swatara State Park	State Park	Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Tuscarora State Park	State Park	Free
Upper Pine Bottom State Park	State Park	Free
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

Museums in Dauphin

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
M. LOUISE AUGHINBAUGH GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7177662511	$122,347,155
OAKES MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	1 COLLEGE AVENUE	7176916082	$122,347,155
NED SMITH CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	176 WATER COMPANY ROAD	7176923699	$2,388,740
NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	ONE LINCOLN CIRCLE	7172601861	$1,139,487
PRESERVATION PENNSYLVANIA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172342310	$785,268
PENNSYLVANIA HERITAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$580,570
WILLIAMS GROVE STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$493,734
HARRISBURG AREA RIVERBOAT SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	107 N FRONT ST	7172346500	$377,950
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DAUPHIN COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172333462	$368,144
SUSQUEHANNA ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		7172338668	$264,351
ART ASSOCIATION OF HARRISBURG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172361432	$222,283
ROLLS-ROYCE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7177959400	$190,370
HISTORIC HARRISBURG ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1230 NORTH 3RD STREET	7172334646	$142,047
PENNSYLVANIA FEDERATION-MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	234 N 3RD ST FL 3	7179096905	$109,498
SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7179322348	$93,092
HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	330 CENTER STREET	7176924084	$90,853
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MILLERSBURG AND UPPER PAXTON TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7176924084	$90,853
MECHANICSBURG MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7176976088	$82,664
DODGE BROTHER CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM			$73,742
PERRY HISTORIANS AIRY VIEW SCHOOL HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7175824896	$70,249
CONRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$63,726
FORT HUNTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7175995751	$46,365
HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	32 W MAIN STREET	7175666314	$45,303
HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7175666314	$45,303
ELIZABETHVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	45 WEST MAIN STREET		$3,708
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF VETERINARY MEDICINE	HISTORY MUSEUM
CAMP CURTIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7172330335
CAPITOL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7177836484
COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER I	GENERAL MUSEUM
COMMONWEALTH COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAUPHIN MIDDLE PAXTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DOLL HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7172333099
FULLER SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GATEWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7177639043
HALIFAX AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	228 MARKET STREET	7178968010
HALLOWED GROUND COALITION FOR HISTORIC CONSERVATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
HARRISBURG CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC CITY GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CAMP HILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7177373456
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EAST PENNSBORO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	410 CHERRY ST	7177325801
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PERRY COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7175679011
IRONSTONE RIDGE NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	581 N LOCUST POINT RD
KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	833 WEST TRINDLE ROAD	7176918033
LYKENS & WICONISCO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	NORTH SECOND STREET
MARYSVILLE RYE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MIDDLETOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	29 E MAIN ST
MUSEUM OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NEFF FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	ONE COLLEGE AVENUE	7176916082
PAXTANG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PENNSYLVANIA FLY FISHING MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	430 CAMERON STREET
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MUSIC & BROADCAST HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		7173321224
PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL FIRE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7172328915
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	300 NORTH ST
ROSE LEHRMAN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SHIREMANSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
STATE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7177874980
STATE MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	300 NORTH STREET
WILDWOOD PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	100 WILDWOOD WAY	7172210292

Libraries in Dauphin

Name	Address	Annual Visits
DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	101 WALNUT ST.	700,689
CLEVE J. FREDRICKSEN LIBRARY	100 NORTH 19TH STREET	301,536
JOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	16 N WALNUT ST	247,418
NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 BENJAMIN PLAZA	125,442
MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	20 NORTH CATHERINE ST	48,828
NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	316 NORTH FOURTH ST	37,787
MARYSVILLE RYE LIB ASSOCIATION	198 OVERCREST ROAD	10,421
BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	BOROUGH BLDG, 23 E MCCLURE ST	9,831

Farmers Markets in Dauphin

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Adams-Ricci Farmers Market	100 East Penn Drive	05/21/2020 to 10/22/2020	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Carlisle Farmers Market	260 York Road
Deitch's Frm Market	1613 Trindle Road
Farmer's Market in Hershey	1215 Research Blvd.	05/23/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Mechanicsburg Farmers Market	6 W. Strawberry Alley
New Stanton Turnpike Plaza Farmers Market	New Stanton Turnpike Plaza
Pennsylvania Open Air Market	Farm Show parking lot
Strite's Orchard Farm Market and Bakery	1000 Strites Road				Visit
West Shore Farmers Market	900 Market St.				Visit

Breweries in Dauphin

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Appalachian Brewing Company	Brewery, American Restaurant	3721 Market St	7179202739	Visit
Lancaster Brewing Company	American Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Ba	469 Eisenhower Blvd	7175644448	Visit
Mah Porch	Brewery	316 11th St
Miller's Glenn Western Prime Beef & Deli	Restaurant, Restaurant, Deli / Bodega, and Brewery, Deli / Bodega, Brewery	1029A Market St	7172164825	Visit
Stadium Club Sports Tavern	Bars, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, sport, recr	61 2nd St	7179399193	Visit
Supreme Jazz Wine	Brewery	Harrisburg Pa 17111	7179141307	Visit
Tap Room The	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns,	1402 N 3rd St	7172329698	Visit
Zeroday Brewing Company	Music Venue, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery Midtown, B	250 Reily St	7177456218	Visit

Pharmacies in Dauphin

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
DAUPHIN PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY	722 ALLEGHENY STREET	717-921-8921

Daycare Centers in Dauphin

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
HAPPY HOLLOW AT HOPE CHILDCARE CENTER 931 RED HILL RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(717) 921-8092	OPEN

Cell Towers in Dauphin

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
ROUTE 11/15 + CHERRY LANE ON BERRY MOUNTAIN (2517)	LTOWER	57
363 SOULE ROAD (2551)	MTOWER	49
3590 Armstrong Valley Road (113905)	MTOWER	48
Stoney Creek Road, State Game Land No. 211 (112860)	LTOWER	44
373 PLEASANT VIEW ROAD (2519)	LTOWER	44
3524 Foxianna Road (2549)	MTOWER	38

Fire Stations in Dauphin

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Dauphin-Middle Paxton Fire Company #1, Inc.	10 Elizabeth AVE	Volunteer			717-921-8242

Bridges in Dauphin

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1938	69	47,032	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	60	46,246	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	202	46,246	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	130	9,526	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	283	4,794	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	128	2,802	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	117	2,802	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	44	1,556	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	70	1,556	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1968	104	1,556	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1968	43	1,556	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1942	50	1,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1942	28	1,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	102	783	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1941	70	783	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	86	750	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	65	431	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	325	359	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	79	200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	235	192	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	68	50	F

Amtrak Stations in Dauphin

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Harrisburg, PA	4th and Chestnut Streets	TRAIN
Liverpool, PA	1412 Susquehanna Trail	BUS
Middletown, PA	270 West Emaus Street	TRAIN
New Buffalo, PA	3298 Susquehanna Trail	BUS

Airports Near Dauphin

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Harrisburg International Airport	MDT	Medium Airport
Lancaster Airport	LNS	Medium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport	MUI	Medium Airport
5 Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Auer Field	—	Small Airport
Baublitz Commercial Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaver Springs Airport	—	Small Airport
Bell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bendigo Airport	—	Small Airport
Bermudian Valley Airpark	—	Small Airport
Black Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Botsford Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Bowtie Airport	—	Small Airport
Broadt Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	HAR	Small Airport
Carlisle Airport	—	Small Airport
Carsonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Catoctin Crosswind Airport	—	Small Airport
Centre Airpark	—	Small Airport
Chestnut Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Cider Field	—	Small Airport
Circle W Airfield	—	Small Airport
Cloudbound Airport	—	Small Airport
D.Evans Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Danville Airport	—	Small Airport
Deck Airport	—	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
Fairview Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Farmers Pride Airport	—	Small Airport
Fauser Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Flying Eagle Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Fox Hollow Airport	—	Small Airport
Franklin County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Gettysburg Regional Airport	GTY	Small Airport
Gilbert Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilfert Airport	—	Small Airport
Greer Airport	—	Small Airport
Grimes Airport	—	Small Airport
Gusler Airport	—	Small Airport
Harman Airport	—	Small Airport
Haunstein Ultralightport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Dauphin

22 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Allison Hill Substation
Campus Police
Fairview Township Police Department
Halifax Borough Police Department	203 Armstrong Street
Hampden Township Police Department
Harrisburg Bureau of Police	122 Walnut Street
Lower Paxton Twp. Police	425 Prince Street
Lower Swatara Police Department
Messiah College Campus Safety - Greenbrier House	Grantham Road
Middletown Police	300 East Emaus Street
Millersburg Police Station
New Cumberland Police
Newberry Township Police Department
PA State Police Troop H Headquarters
Penbrook Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police - Newport	155 Red Hill Road
Shiremanstown Police Department
Steelton Police Department	123 North Front Street
Susquehanna Township Police Department Headquarters	1900 Linglestown Road
Swatara Township Police Department	599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Undercover Police Office
Upper Allen Township Police Department	100 Gettysburg Pike

Grocery Stores in Dauphin

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 17358	Other	881 Peters Mountain Rd
Shree Laxmi Krupa Llc	Convenience Store	307 High St

Post Offices in Dauphin

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Dauphin Post Office

Treatment Centers in Dauphin

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Arkview Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	717-573-7973
Commonwealth Clinical Group Inc	Mental Health	223-332-7067
Commonwealth Clinical Group Inc	Mental Health	717-236-3600 x303
Lebanon VAMC - Cumberland County Outpatient Clinic	Both	717-730-9782
Merakey Behavioral Health - Outpatient	Mental Health	717-238-7662
New Insights II Inc - Lemoyne	Substance Abuse	717-303-2035
Penn State Hlth Holy Spirit Med Ctr - Behavioral Health	Mental Health	717-763-2228
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute - Advancement in Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	717-782-6844
Ponessa Behavioral Health	Both	717-233-4027
Youth Advocate Programs Inc	Mental Health	717-232-3106

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dauphin

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
EAST SHORE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	RD 2 BOX 623
FATHERLESS CRY FOUNDATION	1310 NARROW LN
FREEDOM BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	409 ALLEGHENY ST
TRACKING THE BLOOD TRAIL FOR CHRIST INC	1056 PETERS MOUNTAIN RD
TRINITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF DAUPHIN	PO BOX 35
ZION EVAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dauphin

What is the population of Dauphin?

Dauphin has a population of 1,065 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 2,477 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 62.1% female and 37.9% male.

Is Dauphin expensive to live in?

Dauphin has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $185,500 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Dauphin safe?

Dauphin is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 80 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,474 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Dauphin receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Dauphin?

Dauphin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Dauphin?

The job market in Dauphin is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,308. There are 7,552 business establishments in the area, including 716 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 15.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dauphin?

The median home value in Dauphin is $185,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,258. For renters, the median monthly rent is $961. Fair market rent is $1,212 for a 1-bedroom and $1,493 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,206.

How are the schools in Dauphin?

Schools in Dauphin score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 55.4% of adults in Dauphin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 14.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Dauphin?

The obesity rate in Dauphin is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:968.

What is transportation like in Dauphin?

The average commute in Dauphin is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dauphin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dauphin is 97.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Marysville, PA 2,667 pop · 2.1 mi Enola, PA 5,913 pop · 5.4 mi Duncannon, PA 1,306 pop · 5.5 mi West Fairview, PA 1,221 pop · 6.2 mi Harrisburg, PA 50,092 pop · 6.8 mi Progress, PA 11,143 pop · 7.2 mi Linglestown, PA 6,747 pop · 7.3 mi Wormleysburg, PA 3,058 pop · 7.5 mi Penbrook, PA 3,260 pop · 7.6 mi Colonial Park, PA 18,125 pop · 8.1 mi Paxtonia, PA 4,530 pop · 8.3 mi Camp Hill, PA 8,149 pop · 8.7 mi Lemoyne, PA 4,697 pop · 8.7 mi Paxtang, PA 1,617 pop · 8.9 mi

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