Sign In Register

Duncannon, PA

Pennsylvania · Perry County · Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro

Duncannon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,306. Residents earn $51,902 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,306 Population 3,185/sq mi density
$51,902 Median Income $31,739 per capita
$150,600 Home Value $279,180 Zillow
$783 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
80 Violent Crime/100K 1,474 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,902 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,600 home value, $783/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
80 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Duncannon, PA

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $51,902
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,600
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 80/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,306
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density3,185/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,902
Per Capita$31,739
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,600
Rent$783
Ownership52.5%
Zillow$279,180
Housing Units707
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

F
Violent80/100K
Property1,474/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation365 ft (111 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.66

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Duncannon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncannon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Duncannon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duncannon is $51,902, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duncannon is $150,600, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Duncannon 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

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncannon 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.

Duncannon has a population of 1,306 with a density of 3,185 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.6% female and 55.4% male. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 10.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,306
Total Population
3,185
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncannon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish 3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Duncannon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncannon is $51,902, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,739 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $821, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 896 business establishments, including 72 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 11.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Duncannon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,902
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,739
Avg Weekly Wage$821
IRS Avg AGI$66,071
Gini Index0.404 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)896
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail126
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Duncannon is $150,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,180, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% 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. 52.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 707 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,484 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,600
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,180

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership52.5%
Owner-Occupied52.5%
Renter-Occupied47.5%
Housing Units707
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Duncannon, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,832. The dentist ratio is 1:4,611. 54.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Primary Care1:3,832
Dentists1:4,611
Mental Health1:2,425
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities74
Duncannon 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 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Duncannon receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent79.7/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,473.5/100K
25% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents394
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Duncannon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°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 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.7 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 365 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation365 ft (111 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density3,185/sq mi
Coordinates40.3952°N, 77.0277°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPerry County County
Nearest AirportHarrisburg International (MDT)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 27.7"
Wettest Month (May) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score53.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability33.6 / 100
Community Resilience67.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 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 84 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 87 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 41 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 35 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 138 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 71 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 37 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 87 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 53 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 133 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 86 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 34 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 130 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 127 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 63 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 124 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 109 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 124 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 72 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 2 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

317 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 180 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 40 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 96 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 100 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 88 km 6
May 22, 1983 EF3 80 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 52 km 0
Jul 29, 1976 EF3 92 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 62 km 1
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 66 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 80 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 98 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 52 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 89 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 95 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 32 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 33 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 40 km 0
Sep 18, 2004 EF2 95 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 74 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.8 in
March 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.2 in

Duncannon has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (2.8").

View full weather details →
Duncannon is located in Perry County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.1% of the vote, a 49.3-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 74 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents394
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.66
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density3,185/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyPerry County County

Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Avg Download Speed89.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores126

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home11.8%
Average costs for common services in Duncannon. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Perry County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,264 117 $27,746 1.60
Transportation & Warehousing 957 34 $26,448 2.86
Health Care & Social Assistance 952 104 $49,813 0.84
Construction 761 148 $61,263 1.83
Manufacturing 433 48 $46,187 0.67
Other Services 306 71 $32,672 1.29
Professional & Technical Services 219 47 $59,275 0.40
Finance & Insurance 209 34 $50,390 0.65
Educational Services 53 6 $26,623 0.32
Information & Technology 40 11 $36,052 0.27
Real Estate 26 11 $33,122 0.21

Schools in Duncannon

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Susquenita El Sch Elementary 694 48 14.5:1
Susquenita MS Middle 569 39 14.6:1
Susquenita HS High 503 39 12.9:1
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Duncannon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHP 580 news, talk AAC

National Parks Near Duncannon

78 national parks and monuments found near Duncannon.

ParkTypeFee
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Bald Eagle State Park State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace 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
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park 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
Kettle Creek State Park State Park Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Little Pine 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
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 Duncannon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TROUT GALLERYART MUSEUM7172451344$168,451,839
M. LOUISE AUGHINBAUGH GALLERYART MUSEUM7177662511$122,347,155
OAKES MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM1 COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082$122,347,155
NED SMITH CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER176 WATER COMPANY ROAD7176923699$2,388,740
NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMONE LINCOLN CIRCLE7172601861$1,139,487
CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - HAMILTON LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172497610$1,028,825
PRESERVATION PENNSYLVANIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172342310$785,268
PENNSYLVANIA HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$580,570
ARMY HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7172581102$535,450
WILLIAMS GROVE STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$493,734
HARRISBURG AREA RIVERBOAT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION107 N FRONT ST7172346500$377,950
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DAUPHIN COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172333462$368,144
SUSQUEHANNA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM7172338668$264,351
ART ASSOCIATION OF HARRISBURGHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172361432$222,283
ROLLS-ROYCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM7177959400$190,370
MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL ARCHIVESHISTORY MUSEUM900 MARKET STREET7177139973$162,008
HISTORIC HARRISBURG ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1230 NORTH 3RD STREET7172334646$142,047
PENNSYLVANIA FEDERATION-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM234 N 3RD ST FL 37179096905$109,498
SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7179322348$93,092
HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION330 CENTER STREET7176924084$90,853
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MILLERSBURG AND UPPER PAXTON TOWNSHIPHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176924084$90,853
MECHANICSBURG MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7176976088$82,664
PERRY HISTORIANS AIRY VIEW SCHOOL HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175824896$70,249
CONRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$63,726
FORT HUNTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175995751$46,365
ELIZABETHVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION45 WEST MAIN STREET$3,708
CAMP CURTIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172330335
CAPITOL PRESERVATION COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177836484
COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER IGENERAL MUSEUM
COMMONWEALTH COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAUPHIN MIDDLE PAXTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DOLL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172333099
FULLER SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GATEWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177639043
HALIFAX AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION228 MARKET STREET7178968010
HALLOWED GROUND COALITION FOR HISTORIC CONSERVATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
HARRISBURG CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC CITY GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CAMP HILLHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177373456
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EAST PENNSBOROHISTORIC PRESERVATION410 CHERRY ST7177325801
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PERRY COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175679011
IRONSTONE RIDGE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER581 N LOCUST POINT RD
KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION833 WEST TRINDLE ROAD7176918033
MAHANOY AND MAHANTONGO HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MARYSVILLE RYE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NEFF FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMONE COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082
PAXTANG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PENNSYLVANIA FLY FISHING MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM430 CAMERON STREET
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MUSIC & BROADCAST HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM7173321224
PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL FIRE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172328915
PILLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 NORTH ST
ROSE LEHRMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
SHIREMANSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7177874980
STATE MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 NORTH STREET
TWO MILE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172433437
WILDWOOD PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER100 WILDWOOD WAY7172210292

Libraries in Duncannon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM101 WALNUT ST.0.0700,689
CLEVE J. FREDRICKSEN LIBRARY100 NORTH 19TH STREET0.0301,536
BOSLER FREE LIBRARY158 WEST HIGH ST0.0293,334
JOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY16 N WALNUT ST0.0247,418
NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1 BENJAMIN PLAZA0.0125,442
NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY316 NORTH FOURTH ST0.037,787
MARYSVILLE RYE LIB ASSOCIATION198 OVERCREST ROAD0.010,421
BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARYBOROUGH BLDG, 23 E MCCLURE ST0.09,831

Farmers Markets in Duncannon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adams-Ricci Farmers Market100 East Penn Drive05/21/2020 to 10/22/2020Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Carlisle Farmers Market260 York Road
Deitch's Frm Market1613 Trindle Road
Farmers on the Square2A N Hanover St01/01/2020 to 12/31/2020Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Mechanicsburg Farmers Market6 W. Strawberry Alley
New Stanton Turnpike Plaza Farmers MarketNew Stanton Turnpike Plaza
Pennsylvania Open Air MarketFarm Show parking lot
West Shore Farmers Market900 Market St.Visit

Hotels in Duncannon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doyle Hotel

Restaurants in Duncannon

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goodies
Lindgren Craft Brewery
Red Rabbit

Cafes in Duncannon

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wilder Love Coffee Co.

Gas Stations in Duncannon

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karns Fuel Center
Rutter's
Rutter's
Sheetz

Breweries in Duncannon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
704 Strawberry Cafe IncBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cafes, Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Harr704 N 3rd StVisit
Appalachian Brewing CompanyBrewery, American Restaurant3721 Market St7179202739Visit
Carlisle BeverageBrewery770 S West St7172492434
Lancaster Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Ba469 Eisenhower Blvd7175644448Visit
Mah PorchBrewery316 11th St
Market Cross Pub & BreweryPub, Brewery, Burger Joint113 N Hanover St7172581234Visit
Miller's Glenn Western Prime Beef & DeliRestaurant, Restaurant, Deli / Bodega, and Brewery, Deli / Bodega, Brewery1029A Market St7172164825Visit
Molly Pitcher Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries, Brewery10 E South St7176090969Visit
Stadium Club Sports TavernBars, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, sport, recr61 2nd St7179399193Visit
Supreme Jazz WineBreweryHarrisburg Pa 171117179141307Visit
Tap Room TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns,1402 N 3rd St7172329698Visit
Zeroday Brewing CompanyMusic Venue, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery Midtown, B250 Reily St7177456218Visit

Nursing Homes in Duncannon

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
KINKORA PYTHIAN HOME
25 COVE ROAD
Non profit - Corporation 60 55 4/5 2/5 2/5 7178344887
STONEBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
102 CHANDRA DRIVE
Non profit - Corporation 60 56 1/5 3/5 2/5 7178344111

Pharmacies in Duncannon

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 4293 5 FRIENDLY DRIVE 717-834-6303

Daycare Centers in Duncannon

4 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
DUNCANNON ASSEMBLY OF GOD DAY CARE CTR
500 N HIGH ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 834-3338 OPEN
FULL STEAM AHEAD LEARNING CENTER
606 N MARKET ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 904-2255 OPEN
PRECIOUS LITTLE ANGELS LLC
101 SUSQUENITA DR
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 957-3000 OPEN
PRECIOUS LITTLE ANGELS LLC
1635 STATE RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 957-3000 OPEN

Cell Towers in Duncannon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ZEIDERS ROAD AT PFOUTZ VALLEY ROAD (2568)LTOWER88
ZIEGLER ROADTOWER82
151 HOFFMAN ROAD (85076)LTOWER61
ROUTE 11/15 + CHERRY LANE ON BERRY MOUNTAIN (2517)LTOWER57
775 STATE ROUTE 147 (48394)LTOWER57
363 SOULE ROAD (2551)MTOWER49
3590 Armstrong Valley Road (113905)MTOWER48
Stoney Creek Road, State Game Land No. 211 (112860)LTOWER44
373 PLEASANT VIEW ROAD (2519)LTOWER44

Fire Stations in Duncannon

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Duncannon Fire Company 1, Inc.101 Cumberland STVolunteer717-834-3234
Perdix Fire Company #12 Firehouse RDVolunteer717-957-2424

Bridges in Duncannon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19479647,171F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19639032,055F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19861,10927,209P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19861,30227,209F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous199915826,930G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19861,10926,191P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19861,34926,191F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous199915820,241G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19633717,941F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195911514,715F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19633714,114F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19594419,598F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1959558,474F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19592068,474F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19594788,474F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1959538,474F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19591,3048,449F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous1932566,533F
Arch (Deck)Masonry1860806,401P
Arch (Deck)Concrete19226504,301F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19867792,015F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1956561,548F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19592051,484F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20061611,264G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19865541,093F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2008302868G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196170519F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1930272406F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202252358G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198564225G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete195989219F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201664100G
Arch (Deck)Masonry19303275F
Arch (Deck)Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron19982750G

Amtrak Stations in Duncannon

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Harrisburg, PA4th and Chestnut StreetsTRAIN
Liverpool, PA1412 Susquehanna TrailBUS
Liverpool, PAU.S. Highway 11/15 & State Highway 104BUS
New Buffalo, PA3298 Susquehanna TrailBUS

Airports Near Duncannon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Beaver Springs AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Bierly(Personal Use) AirportSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Centre AirparkSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fauser UltralightportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Fox Hollow AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Gilfert AirportSmall Airport
Gusler AirportSmall Airport
Harman AirportSmall Airport
Haunstein UltralightportSmall Airport
Heberlig AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Duncannon

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Allison Hill Substation
Carlisle Police Department
Fairview Township Police Department
Halifax Borough Police Department203 Armstrong Street
Hampden Township Police Department
Harrisburg Bureau of Police122 Walnut Street
Lower Paxton Twp. Police425 Prince Street
Messiah College Campus Safety - Greenbrier HouseGrantham Road
Millersburg Police Station
New Cumberland Police
Penbrook Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police - Newport155 Red Hill Road
Shiremanstown Police Department
Steelton Police Department123 North Front Street
Susquehanna Township Police Department Headquarters1900 Linglestown Road
Swatara Township Police Department599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Upper Allen Township Police Department100 Gettysburg Pike

Grocery Stores in Duncannon

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Aplus 40454Convenience Store75 S Main St
Dollar General 19690Other325 New Bloomfield Rd
Karns Quality Foods 444Super Store3 Friendly Dr
Nilkanth Penn LlcConvenience Store4 N High St
Pilot Travel Center 517Convenience Store30 Benvenue Rd
Rutter's 77Convenience Store77 Benvenue Rd
Sheetz 461Convenience Store54 Benvenue Rd

Treatment Centers in Duncannon

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arkview Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse717-573-7973
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health223-332-7067
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health717-236-3600 x303
Lebanon VAMC - Cumberland County Outpatient ClinicBoth717-730-9782
Merakey Behavioral Health - OutpatientMental Health717-238-7662
New Insights II Inc - LemoyneSubstance Abuse717-303-2035
Penn State Hlth Holy Spirit Med Ctr - Behavioral HealthMental Health717-763-2228
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute - Advancement in Recovery ProgramSubstance Abuse717-782-6844
Ponessa Behavioral HealthBoth717-233-4027
Youth Advocate Programs IncMental Health717-232-3106

DOL Wage Violations in Duncannon

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $17,298 in back wages owed to 28 employees.

3
Violations
$17,298
Back Wages Owed
28
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
ATSALIS BROTHERS PAINTING 17020 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction 1 $12,744 $750 17
Subway Subway 17020 1 $2,581 $430 6
Maguire's Ford, Inc. 17020 1 $1,973 $395 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Duncannon

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASSEMBLY OF GOD500 N HIGH ST
BREAKTHROUGH DUNCANNON1825 STATE RD
CORNESTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH AN EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH595 NEW BLOOMFIELD RD
EVANGELIZATION ENTERPRISES INC344B FACULTY RD
NEW COVENANT EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIESPO BOX 146
WATTS WESLEYAN CHURCH55 CIRCLE RD
WAYPOINT MINISTRIES1825 STATE RD

Explore Near Duncannon

Historic Markers
8
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
View all →
UFO Sightings
4
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Duncannon.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Duncannon

What is the population of Duncannon?

Duncannon has a population of 1,306 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 3,185 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.6% female and 55.4% male.

Is Duncannon expensive to live in?

Duncannon 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 $51,902, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Duncannon safe?

Duncannon 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, Duncannon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Duncannon?

Duncannon 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 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Duncannon?

Duncannon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $821. There are 896 business establishments in the area, including 72 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Duncannon?

The median home value in Duncannon is $150,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,180. For renters, the median monthly rent is $783. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 52.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,484.

How are the schools in Duncannon?

Schools in Duncannon score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.3% of adults in Duncannon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Duncannon?

The obesity rate in Duncannon is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 54.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,832.

What is transportation like in Duncannon?

The average commute in Duncannon is 27 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 11.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Duncannon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Duncannon is 91.4% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 10.8% of the population are military veterans. 17.9% of residents have a disability. 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare Duncannon with another city: