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Palmdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Lebanon Metro

Palmdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,507. Residents earn $60,449 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,507 Population 1,011/sq mi density
$60,449 Median Income $32,572 per capita
$221,500 Home Value $391,872 Zillow
$1,385 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
308 Violent Crime/100K 1,770 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$60,449 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$221,500 home value, $1,385/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
308 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,449
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,500
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 308/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,385
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.9%
230% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,507
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density1,011/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,449
Per Capita$32,572
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty40.9%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,500
Rent$1,385
Ownership38.5%
Zillow$391,872
Housing Units674
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

F
Violent308/100K
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
Elevation414 ft (126 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute35 min
Broadband94.8%
EV Stations12
Libraries6

Is Palmdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmdale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Palmdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmdale is $60,449, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 40.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmdale is $221,500, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,385 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Palmdale 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 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmdale 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.

Palmdale has a population of 1,507 with a density of 1,011 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.5% female and 41.5% male. The city is predominantly White (67.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 10.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,507
Total Population
1,011
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmdale is $60,449, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,572 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Palmdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,449
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,572
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.9%
230% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmdale is $221,500, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,872, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,385 (19% 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. 38.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 674 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $5,794 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,500
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,872

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,385
19% above US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership38.5%
Owner-Occupied38.5%
Renter-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units674
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Palmdale, 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.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer5.9%
Kidney Disease4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Primary Care1:1,729
Dentists1:1,846
Mental Health1:277
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286
Palmdale 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, Palmdale receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent308.4/100K
19% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,769.9/100K
10% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Palmdale 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 414 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation414 ft (126 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density1,011/sq mi
Coordinates40.2960°N, 76.6236°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
Nearest AirportHarrisburg International (MDT)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 29.9"
Wettest Month (May) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0453 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score79.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability35.2 / 100
Community Resilience83.4 / 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)

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 50 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 52 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 133 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 76 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 129 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 133 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 38 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 150 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 36 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 43 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 52 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 48 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 141 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 52 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 121 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 37 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 111 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 29 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 121 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 281 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

366 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 249 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 4 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 65 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 94 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 94 km 3
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 96 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 85 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 53 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 30 km 1
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 81 km 0
Mar 22, 1955 EF3 93 km 1
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 63 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 44 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 81 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 63 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 88 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 60 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 62 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 33 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 13 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HOPEWELL FIRE (812 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 75 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

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

Palmdale 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").

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Palmdale is located in Lebanon County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 40.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 94.8% 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. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, while 8% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.63
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,011/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Services

Broadband Access94.8%
Avg Download Speed185.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed38.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home8.0%
Average costs for common services in Palmdale. 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)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
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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 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

Radio Stations near Palmdale

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 Palmdale

80 national parks and monuments found near Palmdale.

ParkTypeFee
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
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
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park 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 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
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 State Park State Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free

Museums in Palmdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HESS GALLERYART MUSEUM$99,340,314
LYET GALLERYART MUSEUM$99,340,314
SUZANNE H. ARNOLD ART GALLERYGENERAL MUSEUM$77,598,651
ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$1,588,775
NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMONE LINCOLN CIRCLE7172601861$1,139,487
HERSHEY REGION AND THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICAGENERAL MUSEUM7175667720$1,034,698
LEBANON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172721473$235,049
PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE HISTORICAL EDUCATIONAL & MEMORIAL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM7175340565$193,969
DERRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6034903054$171,869
HERSHEY-DERRY TOWNSHIP HISTORIAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$171,869
MUSEUM OF BUS TRANSPORTATIONHISTORY MUSEUM6168738637$107,303
MANHEIM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176657989$103,256
WINTERS HERITAGE HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173674672$94,917
SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7179322348$93,092
DODGE BROTHER CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM$73,742
HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION32 W MAIN STREET7175666314$45,303
HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175666314$45,303
MOUNT GRETNA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION206 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE7179641105$37,915
CORNWALL IRON FURNACEGENERAL MUSEUM7172729711$28,416
CORNWALL IRON FURNACE ASSOCIATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172729711$28,416
MAYTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7174261526$20,006
MOUNT JOY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176534718$13,652
OLD ANNVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION155 N MOYER ST7178670770$11,815
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF VETERINARY MEDICINEHISTORY MUSEUM
CLARENCE SCHOCK MEMORIAL PARK AT GOVERNOR DICKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTERPO BOX 1617179643808
COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER IGENERAL MUSEUM
CONFECTIONERS MILL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CORNWALL HISTORICAL ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DOLL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172333099
DONEGAL TOWNSHIP RIFLEMENHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176525482
ELIZABETHTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173619382
GERMAN REGIMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HALDEMAN MANSION PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7174263794
HARRISBURG CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HERSHEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM63 WEST CHOCOLATE AVENUE7175343439
HISTORIC MANHEIM PRESERVATION FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
LEPETIT MUSEUM-MUSICAL BOXESGENERAL MUSEUM7174261154
MEMORIAL EDUCATIONAL & HISTORICAL PRESERVATION TRUST FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MIDDLETOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION29 E MAIN ST
NEFF FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PAXTANG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MUSIC & BROADCAST HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM7173321224
PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7178612402
RANCK FAMILY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST. PETER'S MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
STOY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172721473
ZOOAMERICA NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE PARKZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION201 PARK AVENUE7175343900

Libraries in Palmdale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEBANON COMMUNITY LIBRARY125 N SEVENTH ST0.0239,742
ELIZABETHTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY10 SOUTH MARKET STREET0.0179,599
HERSHEY PUBLIC LIBRARY701 COCOA AVE.0.0177,880
NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1 BENJAMIN PLAZA0.0125,442
PALMYRA PUBLIC LIBRARY50 LANDINGS DR, STE B0.0107,611
MILANOF-SCHOCK LIBRARY1184 ANDERSON FERRY RD.0.082,509
MATTHEWS PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST MAIN STREET0.056,000
ANNVILLE FREE LIBRARY216 E MAIN ST0.052,059
MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY20 NORTH CATHERINE ST0.048,828
MANHEIM COMMUNITY LIBRARY15 EAST HIGH ST0.038,920

Farmers Markets in Palmdale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Corn Crib Main Street Market35 W. Main Street01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Farmer's Market in Hershey1215 Research Blvd.05/23/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit
Farmstead Farmers Market1976 Laudermilch Rd.01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Fri: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Lebanon Farmers Market35 S. Eighth St.
Marietta MarketFront & Pine Streets06/02/2013 to 10/27/2013Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Mount Joy Farmers Market101 E. Main StreetMay to SeptemberSat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Palmyra Producer Only Farmers Market220 Campbelltown Road05/21/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Palmyra Real Food Emporium707 East Broad Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Thu: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;YesVisit
Roots Country Market and Auction705 Graystone Rd.Visit
Saturday's Market3751 East Harriburg PikeVisit
Strite's Orchard Farm Market and Bakery 1000 Strites RoadVisit

Hotels in Palmdale

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn & Suites Hershey
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey
Howard Johnson Inn Hershey
Travelodge Hershey

Restaurants in Palmdale

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A&M Pizza
Pizza Place
The Hershey Pantry

Golf Courses in Palmdale

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hershey Country Club

Breweries in Palmdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bube's BreweryBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Beer Garden, tour, Taverns, Tour102 N Market St7176532056Visit
Comac Kegging LineBrewery200 E Hershey Park Dr
E Town Beer and BeverageLiquor Store and Brewery, Liquor Store, Brewery1575 S Market St7173611058
Frog's Hollow TavernBars & Clubs, Bars / Taverns, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Sports Bars, Jonestow2271 State Route 727172051456
Gary's Sports Bar & GrillBars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Venues, Bar, Lebanon Pennsy414 N 7th St7172728007
Lancaster Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Ba469 Eisenhower Blvd7175644448Visit
Moo-duck BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink79 S Wilson Ave
Pa Beer and BeveragesBeer & Beverages, Propane Gas, Beer & Beverages-wholesale & Distributors, Lottery Ticket Agents, Tob680 York Haven Rd7172663751Visit
R & R Beer Distributor, Fredericksburg Pa, Beverages, Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Malt Beverages, Breweries, Beverage Sto3020 S Pine Grove St7178652897
Ron's Beer DepotFood Stores, Beer & Beverages, Breweries, Cigarettes & Tobacco, Liquor Stores, Cigar Cigarette & Tob1302 E Main St7178386787
Snitz Creek BreweryAmerican Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale7 N 9th St7174504118Visit
Stadium Club Sports TavernBars, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, sport, recr61 2nd St7179399193Visit
Supreme Jazz WineBreweryHarrisburg Pa 171117179141307Visit
Swashbuckler PubBrewery, Beer Garden2775 Lebanon Rd
The Vineyard and Brewery At HersheyPerforming Arts Venue, Wineries & Vineyards, Winery and Performing Arts Venue, Brew Pubs, Restaurant598 Schoolhouse Rd7176168228, 7179441569, 7176168076, 17179441569Visit

Daycare Centers in Palmdale

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
LITTLE LEADERS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
1230 E CHOCOLATE AVE
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 533-1536 OPEN

Cell Towers in Palmdale

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
761 Hilltop Road (48859)LTOWER99
Long Stretch Mill Rd (2268)GTOWER94
(Elizabethtown site) 1015 GREEN TREE RD.TOWER90
(East Columbia site) 490 Norwood Rd.TOWER81
Gold Mine Road (2578)LTOWER73
2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81TOWER64
2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81TOWER64
805 Mine Road (101801)MTOWER61
950 JUBILEE ROAD (2577)MTOWER61
2168 South Pine Grove Street (110594)LTOWER61
2993 Mill Road (66183)LTOWER60
557 NORWOOD ROAD (67223)MTOWER59
9706 MOUNTAIN ROAD (82284)MTOWER59
150 HARRISON SCHOOL ROAD (2573)LTOWER56
659 E. RIDGE RD. (2536)LTOWER56
70 CEMETARY ROAD (4455)LTOWER56
322 EAST & STATE GAME LANDS PAST 72/322 SPLITTOWER52
3590 Armstrong Valley Road (113905)MTOWER48
Stoney Creek Road, State Game Land No. 211 (112860)LTOWER44
373 PLEASANT VIEW ROAD (2519)LTOWER44
3524 Foxianna Road (2549)MTOWER38

Bridges in Palmdale

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel19493115,639F
CulvertConcrete20142313,698G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197632310,517F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel1917962,365P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19951431,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198959510F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198552300F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete195239250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198850175F
CulvertSteel201357100F

Amtrak Stations in Palmdale

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Elizabethtown, PA50 South Wilson Avenue TRAIN
Middletown, PA270 West Emaus StreetTRAIN
Mount Joy, PA25 South Market StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Palmdale

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BRUNNER ISLAND LLC/BRUNNER ISLAND1400 WAGO RDYORK

Airports Near Palmdale

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)RDGMedium Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Beaver Springs AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Founding Fathers FieldSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Fox Hollow AirportSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Gilfert AirportSmall Airport
Greer AirportSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Palmdale

26 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Allison Hill Substation
Annville Police Department36 North Lancaster Street
Campus Police
Cornwall Police
East Hempfield Township Police1700 Nissley Road
Elizabethtown College Campus Security
Elizabethtown Police Department600 South Hanover Street
Lebanon Valley College Public Safety148 North College Avenue
Lower Paxton Twp. Police425 Prince Street
Lower Swatara Police Department
Middletown Police300 East Emaus Street
Mount Joy Police Department21 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 Department123 North Front Street
Susquehanna Township Police Department Headquarters1900 Linglestown Road
Swatara Township Police Department599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Undercover Police Office
West Hempfield Township Police3476 Marietta Avenue

Grocery Stores in Palmdale

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Sheetz 651Convenience Store9916 Allentown Blvd

Treatment Centers in Palmdale

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blueprints for Addiction Recovery IncSubstance Abuse717-361-1660
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health223-332-7067
Conewago PlaceSubstance Abuse717-533-0428
Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center - Advanced Treatment Systems LLCSubstance Abuse717-273-8000
Lebanon VAMC - Behavioral Health and SciencesBoth717-272-6621
Naaman CenterSubstance Abuse717-367-9115
Naaman CenterSubstance Abuse717-933-2805
Penn State Milton S Hershey - Partial Hospital ProgramMental Health717-531-8338
Ponessa Behavioral HealthBoth717-273-5992
Wellspan Philhaven - Isabel DriveMental Health717-274-9777

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Frequently Asked Questions About Palmdale

What is the population of Palmdale?

Palmdale has a population of 1,507 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,011 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.5% female and 41.5% male.

Is Palmdale expensive to live in?

Palmdale 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 $60,449, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,500 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,385 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Palmdale safe?

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

What is the weather like in Palmdale?

Palmdale 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 Palmdale?

Palmdale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average 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 35 minutes, and 8.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Palmdale?

The median home value in Palmdale is $221,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,872. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,385. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 38.5%. The average annual property tax is $5,794.

How are the schools in Palmdale?

Schools in Palmdale score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.9% of adults in Palmdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Palmdale?

The obesity rate in Palmdale 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 Palmdale?

The average commute in Palmdale is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, 8% use public transit, and 8.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Palmdale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Palmdale is 67.3% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 10.2% of the population are military veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

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