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Hershey, PA
Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Lebanon Metro
Hershey is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 14,334. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.6
/5.0
B+
Good
14,334
Population
1,002/sq mi density
$78,750
Median Income
$51,671 per capita
$339,300
Home Value
$391,872 Zillow
$1,241
Median Rent
27.4% income on rent
54°F
Avg Temperature
275 sunny days/yr
308
Violent Crime/100K
1,770 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$339,300 home value, $1,241/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
308 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value
$339,300
20% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
308/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
49.1%
46% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,241
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Hershey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population14,334
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans4.9%
Economy
AMedian Income$78,750
Per Capita$51,671
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute17 min
Housing
AHome Value$339,300
Rent$1,241
Ownership54.9%
Zillow$391,872
Housing Units5,910
Rent Burden27.4%
Crime
FViolent308/100K
Property1,770/100K
Health
Obesity43.8%
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+49.1%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+21.3%
School Score5.63
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Broadband89.6%
EV Stations12
Libraries6
Is Hershey a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hershey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hershey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hershey is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hershey is $339,300, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,241 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Hershey is below the national average at 308 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,770 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Hershey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Hershey has a population of 14,334 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 3.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 18% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
14,334
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
14.4mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Hershey vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hershey vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hershey is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,671 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,936 business establishments, including 232 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Hershey vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,750 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,671 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,066 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,749 |
| Gini Index | 0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,936 |
| County GDP | $8,097M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 232 |
| Healthcare | 286 |
| Retail | 413 |
| Manufacturing | 200 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,794 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 97.60 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.7% |
Walkability
The median home value in Hershey is $339,300, 20% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,872, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,241 (7% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,910 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $5,794 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $339,300 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $391,872 |
| Median List Price | $375,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $375,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $187 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 38.5% |
| Inventory | 13 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,241 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.1% |
| Housing Units | 5,910 |
| Median Year Built | 1970 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,794 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
In Hershey, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,729. The dentist ratio is 1:1,846. 82.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)
PM2.5
17.8
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
18.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
10.4
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
67.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
2.0
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
169.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Hershey vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Cancer | 5.9% |
| Kidney Disease | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 26.6% |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 20.5% |
| Short Sleep | 45.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| Primary Care | 1:1,729 |
| Dentists | 1:1,846 |
| Mental Health | 1:277 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Dental Visits | 46.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,405/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 286 |
Hershey has a violent crime rate of 308 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,770 per 100,000, 10% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hershey receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Hershey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 308.4/100K |
| 19% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,769.9/100K |
| 10% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Traffic Accidents | 98 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Hershey experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°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 44.2 inches. The area receives 29.9 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 400 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 14.4 sq mi (37.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,002/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2800°N, 76.6443°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lebanon County County |
| Nearest Airport | Harrisburg International (MDT) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0453 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 10.5 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 35.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 83.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1840 | PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA | Earthquake | — | — | 134 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in |
Hershey has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 31°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").
Hershey is located in Lebanon County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 49.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 21.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.5% of the vote, a 32-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 12 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 286 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.1% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 32 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Traffic Accidents | 98 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.1% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 21.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.63 |
A+
Education Grade (4.9/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,002/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.4 sq mi |
| County | Lebanon County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 89.6% |
| Avg Download Speed | 185.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 38.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 286 |
| Restaurants | 232 |
| Retail Stores | 413 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.7% |
Average costs for common services in Hershey. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Top Industries in Lebanon County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 9,529 | 194 | $66,332 | 2.17 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7,160 | 333 | $57,960 | 0.93 |
| Retail Trade | 6,733 | 380 | $35,098 | 1.26 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,441 | 126 | $58,791 | 1.96 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4,066 | 254 | $21,667 | 0.84 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 2,254 | 163 | $38,020 | 0.72 |
| Construction | 2,181 | 288 | $71,761 | 0.78 |
| Other Services | 1,502 | 310 | $36,232 | 0.93 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 981 | 196 | $76,239 | 0.26 |
| Educational Services | 917 | 24 | $43,210 | 0.83 |
| Finance & Insurance | 792 | 140 | $76,095 | 0.36 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 505 | 57 | $21,676 | 0.56 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 469 | 52 | $50,962 | 1.08 |
| Real Estate | 463 | 90 | $46,553 | 0.56 |
| Information & Technology | 306 | 26 | $47,097 | 0.31 |
| Management of Companies | 305 | 20 | $80,469 | 0.34 |
Hospitals in Hershey
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MILTON S HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes | (717) 531-8521 |
Schools in Hershey
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hershey HS | High | 1,093 | 81 | 13.5:1 |
| Hershey MS | Middle | 731 | 65 | 11.2:1 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch | Elementary | 464 | 37 | 12.5:1 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch | Elementary | 447 | 32 | 14.0:1 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr | Elementary | 416 | 36 | 11.6:1 |
| South Hanover El Sch | Elementary | 385 | 28 | 13.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Hershey
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVGM - Chiptune, Retro & Video Game Music | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WHP 580 | news, talk | AAC | |
| WDAC FM 94.5 HD1 | christian, christian-gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WDAC FM 94.5 HD2 | christian, christian-gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| FM97 | pop, top 40 | AAC | |
| WJTL | christian contemporary | MP3 |
National Parks Near Hershey
85 national parks and monuments found near Hershey.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Appalachian National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| Auburn Heights | State Park | Free |
| Auburn Heights Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Big Elk Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bohemia River 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 |
| Cunningham Falls Sp | State Park | Free |
| CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland | State Park | Free |
| Cunningham Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club | State Park | Free |
| Eisenhower National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Elk Neck Sp | State Park | Free |
| Fair Hill Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Fowlers Hollow State Park | State Park | Free |
| French Creek 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 |
| Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation | State Park | Free |
| Greenbrier Sp | State Park | Free |
| Greenbrier 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 |
| Hickory Run State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Ibberson Conservation Area State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kings Gap State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lehigh Gorge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Buffalo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Locust Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lums Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Marsh Creek 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 |
| Monocacy National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Mont Alto State Park | State Park | Free |
| Morgan Run Nea | State Park | Free |
| Nescopeck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Nvf Site | State Park | Free |
| Oversee Property | State Park | Free |
| Palmer Sp | State Park | Free |
| Patapsco Valley Sp | State Park | Free |
| Patapsco Valley 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 |
| Rocks Sp | State Park | Free |
| Samuel S. Lewis State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sand Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sassafrass Nrma | 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 |
| Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail | National Historic Trail | Free |
| State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Lake | 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 |
| Washington Monument Sp | State Park | Free |
| Washington Monument State Park | State Park | Free |
| White Clay Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Hershey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HESS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $99,340,314 | ||
| LYET GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $99,340,314 | ||
| SUZANNE H. ARNOLD ART GALLERY | GENERAL MUSEUM | $77,598,651 | ||
| WATCH & CLOCK MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7176848261 | $2,335,137 | |
| ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | $1,588,775 | ||
| NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | ONE LINCOLN CIRCLE | 7172601861 | $1,139,487 |
| HERSHEY REGION AND THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7175667720 | $1,034,698 | |
| PRESERVATION PENNSYLVANIA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7172342310 | $785,268 | |
| PENNSYLVANIA HERITAGE FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $580,570 | ||
| 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 | |
| LEBANON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7172721473 | $235,049 | |
| ART ASSOCIATION OF HARRISBURG | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7172361432 | $222,283 | |
| PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE HISTORICAL EDUCATIONAL & MEMORIAL CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7175340565 | $193,969 | |
| DERRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6034903054 | $171,869 | |
| HERSHEY-DERRY TOWNSHIP HISTORIAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $171,869 | ||
| 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 |
| MUSEUM OF BUS TRANSPORTATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6168738637 | $107,303 | |
| MANHEIM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7176657989 | $103,256 | |
| WINTERS HERITAGE HOUSE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7173674672 | $94,917 | |
| SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7179322348 | $93,092 | |
| DODGE BROTHER CLUB | GENERAL MUSEUM | $73,742 | ||
| HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 32 W MAIN STREET | 7175666314 | $45,303 |
| HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7175666314 | $45,303 | |
| MOUNT GRETNA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 206 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE | 7179641105 | $37,915 |
| CORNWALL IRON FURNACE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7172729711 | $28,416 | |
| CORNWALL IRON FURNACE ASSOCIATES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7172729711 | $28,416 | |
| MAYTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7174261526 | $20,006 | |
| MOUNT JOY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7176534718 | $13,652 | |
| OLD ANNVILLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 155 N MOYER ST | 7178670770 | $11,815 |
| AMERICAN MUSEUM OF VETERINARY MEDICINE | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| CAMP CURTIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7172330335 | ||
| CAPITOL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7177836484 | ||
| CLARENCE SCHOCK MEMORIAL PARK AT GOVERNOR DICK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | PO BOX 161 | 7179643808 | |
| COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER I | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| COLUMBIA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 19-21 NORTH SECOND STREET | 7176842894 | |
| COMMONWEALTH COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CONFECTIONERS MILL PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CORNWALL HISTORICAL ALLIANCE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DOLL HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7172333099 | ||
| DONEGAL TOWNSHIP RIFLEMEN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7176525482 | ||
| ELIZABETHTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7173619382 | ||
| GATEWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7177639043 | ||
| GERMAN REGIMENT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HALDEMAN MANSION PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7174263794 | ||
| HARRISBURG CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HERSHEY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 63 WEST CHOCOLATE AVENUE | 7175343439 | |
| HISTORIC CITY GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| HISTORIC MANHEIM PRESERVATION FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| LEPETIT MUSEUM-MUSICAL BOXES | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7174261154 | ||
| MEMORIAL EDUCATIONAL & HISTORICAL PRESERVATION TRUST FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MIDDLETOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 29 E MAIN ST | ||
| MUSEUM OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | |||
| NATIONAL WATCH & CLOCK MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 514 POPLAR STREET | ||
| NEFF FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PAXTANG HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MUSIC & BROADCAST HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7173321224 | ||
| PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL FIRE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7172328915 | ||
| PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD MILITARY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7178612402 | ||
| PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 300 NORTH ST | ||
| RANCK FAMILY HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ROSE LEHRMAN ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| ST. PETER'S MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| STATE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7177874980 | ||
| STATE MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIA | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 300 NORTH STREET | ||
| STOY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7172721473 | ||
| SUNSHINE CORNER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7176845574 | ||
| WILDWOOD PARK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 100 WILDWOOD WAY | 7172210292 | |
| WRIGHT'S FERRY MANSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7176844325 | ||
| ZOOAMERICA NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE PARK | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 201 PARK AVENUE | 7175343900 |
Libraries in Hershey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM | 101 WALNUT ST. | 0.0 | 700,689 | |||
| LEBANON COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 125 N SEVENTH ST | 0.0 | 239,742 | |||
| ELIZABETHTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 10 SOUTH MARKET STREET | 0.0 | 179,599 | |||
| HERSHEY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 701 COCOA AVE. | 0.0 | 177,880 | |||
| NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1 BENJAMIN PLAZA | 0.0 | 125,442 | |||
| PALMYRA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 50 LANDINGS DR, STE B | 0.0 | 107,611 | |||
| MILANOF-SCHOCK LIBRARY | 1184 ANDERSON FERRY RD. | 0.0 | 82,509 | |||
| MATTHEWS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 102 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 56,000 | |||
| ANNVILLE FREE LIBRARY | 216 E MAIN ST | 0.0 | 52,059 | |||
| MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 20 NORTH CATHERINE ST | 0.0 | 48,828 | |||
| COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 24 SOUTH SIXTH ST | 0.0 | 44,951 | |||
| MANHEIM COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 15 EAST HIGH ST | 0.0 | 38,920 |
Farmers Markets in Hershey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn Crib Main Street Market | 35 W. Main Street | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Farmer's Market in Hershey | 1215 Research Blvd. | 05/23/2013 to 10/31/2013 | Thu: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Farmstead Farmers Market | 1976 Laudermilch Rd. | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Fri: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lebanon Farmers Market | 35 S. Eighth St. | ||||
| Marietta Market | Front & Pine Streets | 06/02/2013 to 10/27/2013 | Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Mount Joy Farmers Market | 101 E. Main Street | May to September | Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| New Stanton Turnpike Plaza Farmers Market | New Stanton Turnpike Plaza | ||||
| Palmyra Producer Only Farmers Market | 220 Campbelltown Road | 05/21/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Palmyra Real Food Emporium | 707 East Broad Street | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Thu: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Pennsylvania Open Air Market | Farm Show parking lot | ||||
| Saturday's Market | 3751 East Harriburg Pike | Visit | |||
| Strite's Orchard Farm Market and Bakery | 1000 Strites Road | Visit |
Hotels in Hershey
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Courtyard Hershey Chocolate Avenue
Days Inn Hershey
Fairfield Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue
Tru by Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue
Restaurants in Hershey
24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
1906 Grill
8 Cut Crust
Coaster Cafe
Devon Seafood & Steak
Dispatch Express
Dispatch Pizza
Fenicci's of Hershey
First Watch
Flying Fare
Freshido
Hidden Still
Oola Bowls
Parkside
Piazza Sorrento Pizza Shop
Piazza Sorrento Restaurant & Bar
Primanti Bros.
Red Robin
Shoreline Grill
Simply Greek
Spring Creek Smoke House
The Chocolate Avenue Grill
The Chocolatier
The Mill Restaurant
Tikka Shack Indian Grub
Cafes in Hershey
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Funnel Cake
Lisa's Cafe on Chocolate
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Top Tier Treats
Cinemas in Hershey
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
CocoaPlex
Theatres in Hershey
4 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Aquatheatre
Hershey Theatre
Music Box Theatre
Stacks Visual Arts Center
Zoos in Hershey
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
ZooAmerica
Theme Parks in Hershey
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Adventure Sports in Hershey
Clinics in Hershey
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Penn State Health Medical Group - Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Penn State Health Medical Group Briarcrest - Adolescent Medicine and Eating Disorders
Penn State Health Medical Group Laboratory
Veterinaries in Hershey
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Animal Health Center
Hershey Veterinary Hospital
Gas Stations in Hershey
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Turkey Hill
Turkey Hill
Banks in Hershey
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Fulton Bank
M&T Bank
PNC Bank
Truist
Wells Fargo
Gyms in Hershey
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Fitness 4 Focus
Power Train Gym
Spartan Athletic Center
Golf Courses in Hershey
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Spring Creek Golf Course
Breweries in Hershey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 704 Strawberry Cafe Inc | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cafes, Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Harr | 704 N 3rd St | Visit | |
| Bube's Brewery | Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Beer Garden, tour, Taverns, Tour | 102 N Market St | 7176532056 | Visit |
| Comac Kegging Line | Brewery | 200 E Hershey Park Dr | ||
| E Town Beer and Beverage | Liquor Store and Brewery, Liquor Store, Brewery | 1575 S Market St | 7173611058 | |
| Frog's Hollow Tavern | Bars & Clubs, Bars / Taverns, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Sports Bars, Jonestow | 2271 State Route 72 | 7172051456 | |
| Gary's Sports Bar & Grill | Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Venues, Bar, Lebanon Pennsy | 414 N 7th St | 7172728007 | |
| 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 | ||
| Moo-duck Brewery | Breweries, Food & Drink | 79 S Wilson Ave | ||
| Pa Beer and Beverages | Beer & Beverages, Propane Gas, Beer & Beverages-wholesale & Distributors, Lottery Ticket Agents, Tob | 680 York Haven Rd | 7172663751 | Visit |
| R & R Beer Distributor | , Fredericksburg Pa, Beverages, Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Malt Beverages, Breweries, Beverage Sto | 3020 S Pine Grove St | 7178652897 | |
| Ron's Beer Depot | Food Stores, Beer & Beverages, Breweries, Cigarettes & Tobacco, Liquor Stores, Cigar Cigarette & Tob | 1302 E Main St | 7178386787 | |
| Snitz Creek Brewery | American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale | 7 N 9th St | 7174504118 | 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 |
| Swashbuckler Pub | Brewery, Beer Garden | 2775 Lebanon Rd | ||
| Tap Room The | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, | 1402 N 3rd St | 7172329698 | Visit |
| The Vineyard and Brewery At Hershey | Performing Arts Venue, Wineries & Vineyards, Winery and Performing Arts Venue, Brew Pubs, Restaurant | 598 Schoolhouse Rd | 7176168228, 7179441569, 7176168076, 17179441569 | 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 Hershey
7 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 1650 | 130 HOCKERSVILLE ROAD | 717-533-3364 |
| GIANT | 1250 COCOA AVENUE | 717-312-0729 |
| HERSHEY PHARMACY AND GIFT / HERSHEYCARE | 731 CHERRY DRIVE | 717-534-1300 |
| PENN STATE MILTON S HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER | 30 HOPE DRIVE | 717-531-5312 |
| RITE AID - 246 | 337 WEST CHOCOLATE AVENUE | 717-533-2941 |
| THE MILTON S HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER | 500 UNIVERSITY DRIVE | 717-531-8094 |
| THE MILTON S HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY | 500 UNIVERSITY DRIVE | 800-243-1455 |
Daycare Centers in Hershey
9 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANGELS LANDING CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE 834 W AREBA AVE |
RELIGIOUS FACILITY — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 298-6135 | OPEN |
| DERRY DISCOVERY DAYS 248 E DERRY RD |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 533-9667 | OPEN |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS 400 CENTERVIEW DR |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 531-5484 | OPEN |
| FISHBURN FLOCK CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE CENTER 1215 FISHBURN RD |
RELIGIOUS FACILITY — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 534-2189 | OPEN |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 754 667 CHERRY DR |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 534-1839 | OPEN |
| SEEDLINGS ACADEMY FOR YOUNG LEARNERS LLC 721 FISHBURN RD |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 312-3010 | OPEN |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL 1525 SAND HILL RD |
SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 533-2854 | OPEN |
| TENDER YEARS INC 50 E CHOCOLATE AVE |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 533-1466 | OPEN |
| YMCA SACC DERRY TWP 450 HOMESTEAD RD |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (717) 232-9622 | OPEN |
EV Charging Stations in Hershey
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanger Outlets - Hershey (PA) Northwest Parking Lot DCFC | 46 Outlet Square | Volta | 2 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| Tanger Outlets - Hershey (PA) Southwest Parking Lot DCFC | 46 Outlet Square | Volta | 2 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| Best Western Plus Hershey | 1800 E Chocolate Avenue | Blink Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Econo Lodge Hershey - Tesla Destination | 115 Lucy Ave | Tesla Destination | 2 | TESLA | public | |
| Giant Companies #6097 - Hershey | 1250 Cocoa Avenue | Volta | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HCW PARKING HERSHEY GW 1 | 101 Chocolate World Wy | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HCW PARKING HERSHEY GW 2 | 101 Chocolate World Wy | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HERSHEY CAMPUS WESTVIEW 1 | 100 Westview Drive | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HERSHEY CAMPUS WESTVIEW 2 | 100 Westview Drive | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HERSHEY CAMPUS WESTVIEW 3 | 30 Conference Dr | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| HOTEL HERSHEY STATION 1 | 100 Hotel Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| SIGNATURE FLATS B | 50 Northeast Dr | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Tanger Outlets - Hershey, Hershey PA North Parking Lot | 46 Outlet Square | Volta | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| Tanger Outlets - Hershey, Hershey PA South Parking Lot | 46 Outlet Square | Volta | 4 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Hershey
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 761 Hilltop Road (48859) | LTOWER | 99 |
| (Elizabethtown site) 1015 GREEN TREE RD. | TOWER | 90 |
| (East Columbia site) 490 Norwood Rd. | TOWER | 81 |
| Gold Mine Road (2578) | LTOWER | 73 |
| 2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81 | TOWER | 64 |
| 2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81 | TOWER | 64 |
| 805 Mine Road (101801) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 950 JUBILEE ROAD (2577) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 2168 South Pine Grove Street (110594) | LTOWER | 61 |
| 2993 Mill Road (66183) | LTOWER | 60 |
| 557 NORWOOD ROAD (67223) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 9706 MOUNTAIN ROAD (82284) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 150 HARRISON SCHOOL ROAD (2573) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 659 E. RIDGE RD. (2536) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 70 CEMETARY ROAD (4455) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 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 Hershey
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hershey Volunteer Fire Department | 21 W Caracas AVE | Volunteer | 717-533-2953 | ||
| Union Deposit Volunteer Fire Department | 10 W Main ST | Volunteer | 717-566-8832 |
Bridges in Hershey
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1949 | 39 | 24,423 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1928 | 60 | 15,639 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 67 | 8,898 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2017 | 83 | 8,898 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 125 | 6,485 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 33 | 1,880 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1920 | 32 | 1,822 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1990 | 22 | 200 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Hershey
4 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown, PA | 50 South Wilson Avenue | TRAIN |
| Harrisburg, PA | 4th and Chestnut Streets | TRAIN |
| Middletown, PA | 270 West Emaus Street | TRAIN |
| Mount Joy, PA | 25 South Market Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Hershey
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BRUNNER ISLAND LLC/BRUNNER ISLAND | 1400 WAGO RD | YORK |
| CP CONVERTERS INC | 15 GRUMBACHER ROAD | YORK |
Airports Near Hershey
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 |
| Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field) | RDG | Medium Airport |
| Auer Field | — | Small Airport |
| Baublitz Commercial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baugher's Orchard 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 |
| Blue Mountain Academy (Private) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bowtie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boyer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Broadt Personal Use Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Capital City Airport | HAR | Small Airport |
| Carlisle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field | — | Small Airport |
| Carsonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catoctin Crosswind Airport | — | 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 |
| Don's Place Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Donegal Springs Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Draco STOLport | — | Small Airport |
| Ecko Field | — | Small Airport |
| Egolf Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairview Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Farmers Pride Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Eagle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Forest Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Founding Fathers Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fox Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fox Hollow 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 |
| Harford County Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Hershey
28 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Allison Hill Substation | ||
| Annville Police Department | 36 North Lancaster Street | |
| Campus Police | ||
| Cornwall Police | ||
| East Hempfield Township Police | 1700 Nissley Road | |
| Elizabethtown College Campus Security | ||
| Elizabethtown Police Department | 600 South Hanover Street | |
| Fairview Township Police Department | ||
| Harrisburg Bureau of Police | 122 Walnut Street | |
| Lebanon Valley College Public Safety | 148 North College Avenue | |
| Lower Paxton Twp. Police | 425 Prince Street | |
| Lower Swatara Police Department | ||
| Middletown Police | 300 East Emaus Street | |
| Mount Joy Police Department | 21 East Main Street | |
| New Cumberland Police | ||
| Newberry Township Police Department | ||
| North Cornwall Township Police Department | ||
| Northeastern Regional Police Department | ||
| PA State Police Troop H Headquarters | ||
| Palmyra Police Department | ||
| Penbrook Police Department | ||
| Pennsylvania State Police - Jonestown | ||
| Pennsylvania State Police Academy | ||
| 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 | ||
| West Hempfield Township Police | 3476 Marietta Avenue |
Grocery Stores in Hershey
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| APlus 40188H | Convenience Store | 305 Governor Rd |
| CVS Pharmacy 1650 | Other | 130 Hockersville Rd |
| Giant Food Store 6097 | Supermarket | 1250 Cocoa Ave |
| KARNS QUALITY FOODS | Super Store | 731 Cherry Dr |
| Pennsylvania Prime Steak And Seafood | Other | 24 Duke St |
| PRONIOS MKT | Supermarket | 236 W Caracas Ave |
| Turkey Hill Minit Market 950222 | Convenience Store | 10 W Hershey Park Dr |
Post Offices in Hershey
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hershey Post Office | 151 West Chocolate Avenue |
Treatment Centers in Hershey
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blueprints for Addiction Recovery Inc | Substance Abuse | 717-361-1660 |
| Commonwealth Clinical Group Inc | Mental Health | 223-332-7067 |
| Conewago Place | Substance Abuse | 717-533-0428 |
| GateHouse | Substance Abuse | 717-393-3215 |
| Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center - Advanced Treatment Systems LLC | Substance Abuse | 717-273-8000 |
| Lebanon VAMC - Behavioral Health and Sciences | Both | 717-272-6621 |
| Naaman Center | Substance Abuse | 717-367-9115 |
| Naaman Center | Substance Abuse | 717-933-2805 |
| Penn State Milton S Hershey - Partial Hospital Program | Mental Health | 717-531-8338 |
| Ponessa Behavioral Health | Both | 717-233-4027 |
| Ponessa Behavioral Health | Both | 717-273-5992 |
| Wellspan Philhaven - Isabel Drive | Mental Health | 717-274-9777 |
DOL Wage Violations in Hershey
4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $24,279 in back wages owed to 27 employees.
4
Violations
$24,279
Back Wages Owed
27
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Security Agency | — | — | 17033 | — | 1 | $13,396 | $1,675 | 8 |
| ARM Group, Inc. (Hershey) | — | — | 17033 | — | 1 | $5,862 | $1,954 | 3 |
| Hershey Dental Care | — | — | 17033 | — | 1 | $4,396 | $550 | 8 |
| Hampton Inn Suites Hershey-44 New England, In | — | Hilton Worldwide | 17033 | — | 1 | $625 | $78 | 8 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hershey
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 222 MINISTRIES | PO BOX 278 |
| C1X - CHRIST FIRST | 1332 E CHOCOLATE AVE |
| EVOLVING FAITH MINISTRY | 1059 INTERNATIONAL LN |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 64 W CHOCOLATE AVE |
| FRIENDS OF SHE INC | 248 E DERRY RD |
| GLAD TIDINGS GOSPEL CHAPEL | 858 W CHOCOLATE AVE |
| HARVEY W KLINE CHARITABLE TR FBO ST MARYS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST | CO BRYN MAWR TR 1 E CHOCOLATE AVE |
| HERSHEY COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE | PO BOX 502 |
| HERSHEY ISLAMIC CENTER | PO BOX 44 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH | 206 COCOA AVE |
| LIFE CHURCH OF HERSHEY | PO BOX 314 |
| LOVE INC OF GREATER HERSHEY | 245 E DERRY RD |
| MARIE C KLINE CHARITABLE TR FBO TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST | CO BMTC 1 E CHOCOLATE AVE 200 |
| MOUNTAIN ROCK CHURCH OF CHRIST | PO BOX 961 |
| ROYAL DESTINY OF HOPE CHILDREN YOUTH AND ADULT MINISTRY | 459 E DERRY RD |
| SPEAK MY WORD MINISTRIES | PO BOX 632 |
| VERNA LAPELLA TRUST FBO EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH | BRYN MAWR TR CO 1 E CHOCOLATE AVE |
| ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH OF UNION DEPOSIT | 5 W MAIN ST |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hershey
What is the population of Hershey?
Hershey has a population of 14,334 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,002 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
Is Hershey expensive to live in?
Hershey 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 $78,750, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $339,300 (20% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,241 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Hershey safe?
Hershey is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 308 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,770 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hershey receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Hershey?
Hershey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Hershey?
The job market in Hershey is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 2,936 business establishments in the area, including 232 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 21.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Hershey?
The median home value in Hershey is $339,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,872. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,241. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.9%. The average annual property tax is $5,794.
How are the schools in Hershey?
Schools in Hershey score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 49.1% of adults in Hershey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 21.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Hershey?
The obesity rate in Hershey is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 82.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,729.
What is transportation like in Hershey?
The average commute in Hershey is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Hershey?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Hershey is 73% White, 3.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 18% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.
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