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Greencastle, PA

Pennsylvania · Franklin County · Chambersburg Metro

Greencastle is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,237. Residents earn $74,725 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,237 Population 2,665/sq mi density
$74,725 Median Income $47,218 per capita
$255,200 Home Value $317,484 Zillow
$886 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
99 Violent Crime/100K 1,580 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,725 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$255,200 home value, $886/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
99 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,725
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $255,200
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 99/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,237
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density2,665/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,725
Per Capita$47,218
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$8,379M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,200
Rent$886
Ownership65.0%
Zillow$317,484
Housing Units1,830
Rent Burden21.5%

Crime

F
Violent99/100K
Property1,580/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault49/100K
Burglary123/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation589 ft (180 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+17.4%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Greencastle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greencastle receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Greencastle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greencastle is $74,725, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greencastle is $255,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Greencastle is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 99 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,580 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Greencastle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Greencastle has a population of 4,237 with a density of 2,665 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents, while 10% speak Spanish. 8.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,237
Total Population
2,665
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Greencastle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish 10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greencastle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greencastle is $74,725, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,218 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,068, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,466 business establishments, including 288 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Greencastle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,725
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$69,390
Gini Index0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,466
County GDP$8,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare343
Retail454
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Greencastle is $255,200, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,484, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% 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. 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,830 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $4,983 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,200
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$317,484
Median List Price$284,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,450
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$886
24% below US avg
Rent Burden21.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,830
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Greencastle, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628. The dentist ratio is 1:2,149. 73.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Primary Care1:1,628
Dentists1:2,149
Mental Health1:727
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death7,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.4%
Healthcare Facilities343
Greencastle has a violent crime rate of 99 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 49.4 per 100,000, robbery at 49.4, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,580 per 100,000, 19% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,432, burglary at 123, vehicle theft at 25 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Greencastle receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent98.8/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery49.4/100K
Assault49.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,580.3/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary123.5/100K
Theft1,432.1/100K
Vehicle Theft24.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents293
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Greencastle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 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 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 589 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,665/sq mi
Coordinates39.7907°N, 77.7267°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFranklin County County
Nearest AirportHagerstown Regional/Richard A Henson Field (HGR)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below US avg
Wettest Month (May) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0449 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score76.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.4 / 100
Community Resilience63.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 65 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 73 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 72 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 53 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 132 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 67 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 71 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 72 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 94 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 118 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 111 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 145 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 136 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 103 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 83 km
Mar 10, 1993 3 km WSW of Columbia, Maryland M2.5 95 km
Sep 29, 1997 Virginia M2.5 111 km
Jun 25, 2001 8 km S of Remington, Virginia M2.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

335 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 143 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 72 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 42 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 34 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 64 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 83 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 16 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 69 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 77 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 79 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 46 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 54 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 64 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 46 km 0
Apr 30, 1994 EF2 7 km 0
Oct 9, 1992 EF2 76 km 0
Sep 18, 1991 EF2 98 km 0
May 6, 1991 EF2 96 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF2 85 km 0
Jun 8, 1990 EF2 71 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 BEAR DEN 945 81 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.7 in
February 32°F (0°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.3 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in

Greencastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.5").

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Greencastle is located in Franklin County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.1% of the vote, a 43-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 343 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents293
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+17.4%
School Test Score5.86
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,665/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyFranklin County County

Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Avg Download Speed109.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities343
Restaurants288
Retail Stores454

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home11.1%
Average costs for common services in Greencastle. 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 Franklin County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,715 212 $70,960 1.76
Transportation & Warehousing 8,514 149 $59,593 3.33
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,499 464 $56,818 0.98
Retail Trade 7,364 446 $33,282 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 4,403 290 $20,558 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 2,581 175 $42,732 0.73
Construction 2,433 312 $65,747 0.77
Other Services 2,031 348 $33,485 1.12
Professional & Technical Services 1,886 250 $77,295 0.45
Agriculture & Forestry 1,514 100 $47,449 3.10
Wholesale Trade 1,314 144 $64,182 0.55
Finance & Insurance 1,107 148 $87,847 0.45
Educational Services 722 33 $47,722 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 664 45 $21,355 0.65
Real Estate 357 92 $50,368 0.38
Management of Companies 352 26 $220,156 0.35
Information & Technology 221 36 $50,050 0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas 187 9 $69,821 0.82
Utilities 54 6 $116,162 0.24

Schools in Greencastle

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Greencastle-Antrim SHS High 1,047 52 20.1:1
Greencastle-Antrim MS Middle 689 44 15.7:1
Greencastle-Antrim El Sch Elementary 680 41 16.6:1
Greencastle-Antrim Pri Sch Elementary 574 37 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Greencastle

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.1 Bob Rocks alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
99.9 WFRE Free Country country music MP3 96 kbps
Key 103 WAFY hot adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
SkoolDaze Radio MP3 128 kbps
106.9 The Eagle WWEG classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
WQCM 94.3 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Greencastle

12 campgrounds found near Greencastle.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
Seven Points Picnic Shelters 4.6/5 5 $75
Rohrbach Group Campground 4.5/5 10 $25
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35
Antietam Creek Campsite 4.2/5 20 $10
McCoy's Ferry Campground 4.1/5 13 $10–$20

National Parks Near Greencastle

117 national parks and monuments found near Greencastle.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park State Park Free
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland State Park Free
Berkeley Springs State Park State Park Free
Blue Knob State Park State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Cacapon Resort State Park State Park Free
Cacapon State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Canoe Creek State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Constitution Gardens 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
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
National Capital Parks-East Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Prince Gallitzin State Park State Park Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Rocky Gap Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Seven Bends State Park State Park Free
Shawnee State Park State Park Free
Sky Meadows 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
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Washington Monument $1
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
Woodmont Nrma State Park Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free

Museums in Greencastle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CIVIL WAR PRESERVATION TRHISTORIC PRESERVATION3016651400$26,195,576
WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM401 MUSEUM DR3017395727$1,372,512
DISCOVERY STATION AT HAGERSTOWNSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3017900076$173,382
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY- KITTOCHTINNYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172641667$173,338
HAGERSTOWN AVIATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3017338717$147,333
MILLER HOUSE & BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
CONOCOCHEAGUE INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF CULTURAL HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173283467$86,410
WAYNESBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177621747$78,031
HAGERSTOWN ROUNDHOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS ROAD3017394665$69,876
MONTEREY PASS BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$52,779
CLEAR SPRING DISTRICT HISTORICAL ASSCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 CUMBERLAND CT3018421393$38,690
ALLISON-ANTRIM MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$32,483
DOLEMAN BLACK HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3017975019$21,276
LITTLE ANTIETAM CREEKHISTORIC PRESERVATION$7,246
C&O CANAL'SHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017142236
CHESSIE SYSTEM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CONOCOCHEAGUE INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM7173283467
FALLING WATERS BATTLEFIELD ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3393042637242
GEORGE WASHINGTON LODGE 143 MASONIC CENTRE PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3017398393
HAGERSTOWN MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS BLVD3017394665
JOHANNES SCHWALM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JONATHAN HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 KEY STREET3017398393
MAUGANSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MERCERSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173282248
MONT ALTO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SMITHSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION20 E WATER ST3018247154
U.S. JOHNSON MAP PROJECTGENERAL MUSEUM
WASHINGTON COUNTY MENNONITE HISTORIC LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
WAYNESBORO AREA INDUST HERITAGE TRUSTGENERAL MUSEUM7177624460
WAYNESBORO AREA INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORY MUSEUM235 PHILADELPHIA AVE7177624460
WESTERN MARYLAND HOSPITAL CENTER THERAPEUTIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WILLIAMSPORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3012235854

Libraries in Greencastle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FRANKLIN SYS ADMIN UNIT101 RAGGED EDGE ROAD SOUTH0.0585,751
WASHINGTON COUNTY FREE LIBRARY100 S. POTOMAC ST.0.0272,237
ALEXANDER HAMILTON MEMORIAL FREE LIBRARY45 EAST MAIN STREET0.035,759

Farmers Markets in Greencastle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Historic City Farmers' Market25 W. Church St.01/05/2013 to 12/28/2013Sat: 5:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Jim's Farmers Market255 Grant StreetJanuary to DecemberFri:8:00 am - 6:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 1:00 pm;Visit
Market Faire on the SquarePublic Square06/06/2013 to 09/12/2013Thu: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Meritus Medical Center Farmers Market11116 Medical Campus Rd
North Square Farmers Market50 North Main Street05/21/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Washington County Farmers Market - Agricultural Education Center7313 Sharpsburg Pike

Breweries in Greencastle

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cracked Cork LlcAir Fresheners, Deordorant, Wholesale Foods, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Soap, General Mer8 E Maple St3017912882
Good Ta GoBeer Garden, Brewery1640 Orchard Dr7174460138Visit
Roy Pitz Brewing Companydancing, dance studio, Brewery, instruction, places, education140 N 3rd St7174968753, 7172631486Visit

Pharmacies in Greencastle

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CARL'S DRUG STORE 145 NORTH ANTRIM WAY 717-597-2426
CVS - 142 305 WEST BALTIMORE STREET 717-593-0170
RITE AID - 230 200 NORTH ANTRIM WAY 717-597-4617

Daycare Centers in Greencastle

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
GREENCASTLE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CTR
645 E BALTIMORE ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 597-0700 OPEN
PLAY LEARNING CENTER LLC
126/128 S ANTRIM WAY
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 377-5814 OPEN
YMCA CARE PROGRAM GREENCASTLE
36 S CARLISLE ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 597-3553 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Greencastle

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
The Giant Company #6559500 N. Antrim WayVolta2J1772public

Cell Towers in Greencastle

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1925 Stitley RoadTOWER127
7935 WHITE CHURCH ROADTOWER127
12519 COLD SPRING ROADTOWER111
US 40 West of Clear Spring (36483)LTOWER100
11 MAINSVILLE RD (2591)GTOWER86
13776 Blairs Valley Road (118997)LTOWER61
Mercersburg Site 11900 Buchanan Trail West (PA13371-A)TOWER61
13413 Pen Mar High Rock Road (114488)LTOWER61
11180 Airport Road (98893)LTOWER61
11737 Wharf Road (98819)MTOWER53

Power Plants Near Greencastle

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
MOUNTAIN VIEWLANDFILL GAS221117-77.8OP
ELK HILL SOLAR 2SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-77.8OP

Bridges in Greencastle

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19507445,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19727445,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196313923,264F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196313922,001F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196310819,180F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196310619,088G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194119413,415G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19571263,580F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19881252,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1973196912G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1973182912F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1963221588F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1959140400F
Truss (Thru)Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron1876119100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous18492085G

Amtrak Stations in Greencastle

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hagerstown, MD123 West Franklin StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Greencastle

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHAMBERSBURG BORO ORCHARD PARK GENERATING STACHAMBERS 5 BUSINESS PARKFRANKLIN
JAMES RIVER PAPER COMP1002 WAYNE AVENUEFRANKLIN
LOEWENGART & CO INC209 OREGON STREETFRANKLIN

Airports Near Greencastle

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Altoona Blair County AirportAOOMedium Airport
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd FieldMRBMedium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Al's FieldSmall Airport
Baker-Sell AirportSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Beers Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Blue Haven AirportSmall Airport
Blue Knob Valley AirportSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency StripSmall Airport
Buzzards Gap UltralightportSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
Cove Valley AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirstripSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fly Away Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flying R AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Glenair AirportSmall Airport
Good Neighbor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Greater Breezewood Regional AirportSmall Airport
Green Landings AirportSmall Airport
Greer AirportSmall Airport
Happy Landings Farm AirportSmall Airport
Harp AirportSmall Airport
Harrison Farm AirportSmall Airport
Haunstein UltralightportSmall Airport
Heberlig AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Hill Farms AirportSmall Airport
High View Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hilling International AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Greencastle

15 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chambersburg Police Department116 South 2nd Street
Edmonston Police Department
Hagerstown Department of Police
Maryland State Police - Barrack O18345 Col H K Douglas Drive
Maryland State Police Westminster Barrack
Pennsylvania State Police3800 Black Gap Road
Smithsburg Police Department
Sykesville Police Department
Thurmont Police Department
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Washington Township Police Department11798 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro Police57 East Main Street
Westminster Police Department
Williamsport Police Department
Williamsport Police Department

Grocery Stores in Greencastle

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Branded Meats & DeliConvenience Store102 S Antrim Way
CVS Pharmacy 142Other305 W Baltimore St
Dollar General 31427Other602 N Antrim Way
Family Dollar 1030Other118 S Antrim Way
Glenwood Foods at Greencastle LLCSupermarket11440 Grindstone Hill Rd
KLINES GROCERYGrocery Store1940 BUCHANAN TRAIL EAST
Martins Food Market 6559Supermarket500 N Antrim Way
Mys Energy Green Castle IncConvenience Store705 Buchanan Trl E
Sheetz 451Convenience Store11104 Grindstone Hill Rd
Sheetz 797Convenience Store215 W Baltimore St
TA Greencastle 213Convenience Store10835 John Wayne Dr
Weis Markets 207Supermarket212 N Antrim Way

Treatment Centers in Greencastle

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alternative Drug and Alcohol - Counseling (ADAC)Substance Abuse301-766-0065
Behavioral Health LLP - QualityCare Internet (QCI)Mental Health301-791-2660
Black Rock Integrative MedicineSubstance Abuse301-790-4938
Chambersburg Hospital - Behavioral Health UnitMental Health717-267-7771
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-375-1509
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-261-9833
Keystone Health - Keystone Behavioral HealthBoth717-709-7930
Lasting Change Recovery SolutionsSubstance Abuse301-791-7826
Meritus Behavioral Health Services for - Meritus Medical CenterMental Health301-766-7600
Pyramid Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse717-809-2088
Wells House - Baltimore StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220
Wells House - Locust StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220

Churches & Religious Organizations in Greencastle

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANTRIM ASSEMBLY OF GOD11192 BEMISDERFER RD
ANTRIM PENTECOSTAL CHURCHR D 3
ARISE BIBLE CHURCH5441 BUCHANAN TRL W
CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH OF GREENCASTLE INC3845 BUCHANAN TRL W
CANTABO INCORPORATED5156 STONE BRIDGE RD
CRIMSON WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 364
EBENEZER CHURCH OF THE UNITED BRETHEREN IN CHRIST3661 WILLIAMSON RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD525 LEITERSBURG ST
FLOWING RIVERS MINISTRIES INC12376 GRANT SHOOK RD
FULL GOSPEL PENTACOSTAL CHURCH INC776 BUCHANAN TRL E
GREENCASTLE BIBLE CHURCH350 W MADISON ST
GREENCASTLE FOURSQUARE CHURCH236 TYRONE ST
GREENCASTLE-OTTERBEIN CHURCH OF THE UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST146 LEITERSBURG ST
LIFE CENTER220 W WALTER AVE
LIVING WORD MINISTRYR D NO 2
MACEDONIA UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST CHURCH11887 WORLEYTOWN RD
NEW LIFE BIBLE BRETHERN CHURCH4184 FORDING CREEK RD
PLEASANT HILL UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH3664 COSEYTOWN RD
PRAYING TIME MINISTRIES300 S CARLISLE ST
ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN CHURCH8835 LEMAR RD
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH1186 JASON DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Greencastle

What is the population of Greencastle?

Greencastle has a population of 4,237 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 2,665 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Greencastle expensive to live in?

Greencastle 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 $74,725, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $255,200 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Greencastle safe?

Greencastle is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 99 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,580 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Greencastle receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Greencastle?

Greencastle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Greencastle?

The job market in Greencastle is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,068. There are 3,466 business establishments in the area, including 288 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Greencastle?

The median home value in Greencastle is $255,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,484. For renters, the median monthly rent is $886. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,983.

How are the schools in Greencastle?

Schools in Greencastle score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.2% of adults in Greencastle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Greencastle?

The obesity rate in Greencastle is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 73.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628.

What is transportation like in Greencastle?

The average commute in Greencastle is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Greencastle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Greencastle is 93.2% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 90% of residents speak only English at home, while 10% speak Spanish. 8.9% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

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