Gettysburg, PA
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Gettysburg, PA
At a Glance
How Gettysburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gettysburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gettysburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gettysburg residents earn a median household income of $52,656 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,115. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,237 business establishments, including 225 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gettysburg is $237,000 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $370,404. Median rent is $929/month, with 27.4% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Gettysburg reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 633/100K.
Education
41.0% of adults in Gettysburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gettysburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.