Hanover, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · York County County
Hanover, PA
At a Glance
How Hanover Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hanover's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hanover residents earn a median household income of $64,135 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,747. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,389 business establishments, including 789 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hanover is $200,900 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,544. Median rent is $1,095/month, with 27.8% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Hanover reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,528/100K.
Education
16.4% of adults in Hanover hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hanover has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.