Railroad, PA

Pennsylvania · York County · York-Hanover Metro

Railroad is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 286.

1.7 /5.0

D Poor

286 Population 447/sq mi density

$211,400 Home Value $348,259 Zillow

$1,026 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

153 Violent Crime/100K 3,722 property/100K

Overall

1.7 / 5.0

Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

153 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

16.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Home Value $211,400

25% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 153/100K

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.6%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,026

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.8%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.1%

10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population286

Median Age32.1 yrs

Density447/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$37,216

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty11.1%

County GDP$28,433M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$211,400

Rent$1,026

Ownership39.2%

Zillow$348,259

Housing Units166

Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

Violent153/100K

Property3,722/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking26.6%

Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation803 ft (245 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.6%

High School+95.2%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score6.11

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%

Commute30 min

Broadband100.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries14

Is Railroad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Railroad receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Railroad faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Railroad is $211,400, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Railroad is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,722 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Railroad experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Railroad has a population of 286 with a density of 447 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.4% female and 40.6% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

286

Total Population

447

People / sq mi

32.1yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%

Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Railroad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.4%

90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Railroad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Railroad is N/A. Per capita income is $37,216. The average weekly wage is $1,201, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 9,389 business establishments, including 789 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Railroad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$37,216
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,201
IRS Avg AGI	$76,261
Gini Index	0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.1%
	10% below US avg
Establishments (County)	9,389
County GDP	$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants	789
Healthcare	1,029
Retail	1,183
Manufacturing	524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,050
	101% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.8 min
Drive Alone	84.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Railroad is $211,400, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,259, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,026 (12% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 39.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 166 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $7,050 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$211,400
	25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$348,259

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,026
	12% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	39.2%
Owner-Occupied	39.2%
Renter-Occupied	60.8%
Housing Units	166
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,050
	101% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.33%

In Railroad, 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 1:1,484. The dentist ratio is 1:1,794. 77.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Railroad 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	88.5%

Primary Care	1:1,484
Dentists	1:1,794
Mental Health	1:668
Checkup Rate	69.9%
Dental Visits	46.1%
Premature Death	7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	77.3%
Healthcare Facilities	1,029

Railroad has a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,722 per 100,000, 90% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 32 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Railroad receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	153.2/100K
	60% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,721.5/100K
	90% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	32
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Railroad experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.1 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 803 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.7°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	803 ft (245 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	447/sq mi
Coordinates	39.7596°N, 76.6961°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	York County County
Nearest Airport	Harrisburg International (MDT) 30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"

26% above US avg

Snowfall 34.1"

Wettest Month (May) 4.45"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0476 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.63 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	90.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	17.1 / 100
Community Resilience	83.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	85 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	86 km
Jul 16, 2010	5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland	M3.6	83 km
Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	101 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	106 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	43 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	109 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	57 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	44 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	86 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	26 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	87 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	105 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	44 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	46 km
Oct 28, 1994	1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland	M2.7	52 km
Mar 15, 1993	5 km W of Columbia, Maryland	M2.7	61 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	93 km
Oct 28, 1996	2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania	M2.6	74 km
Jun 25, 2021	2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland	M2.6	51 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 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	236 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	293 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	242 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

462 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 305 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004	EF3	59 km	0
Sep 24, 2001	EF3	95 km	2
Jul 19, 1996	EF3	38 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	78 km	0
May 22, 1983	EF3	48 km	0
Jun 7, 1980	EF3	34 km	0
Jun 18, 1970	EF3	79 km	1
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	63 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	97 km	0
Apr 16, 1961	EF3	77 km	0
Mar 22, 1955	EF3	95 km	1
Apr 5, 1952	EF3	25 km	0
Nov 4, 1950	EF3	69 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	62 km	0
May 28, 2019	EF2	80 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	100 km	0
Nov 2, 2018	EF2	61 km	0
Jul 23, 2017	EF2	93 km	0
Feb 24, 2016	EF2	63 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	43 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	—	—	128 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2012	HOPEWELL FIRE	812	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	3.2 in
February	31°F (-0°C)	2.8 in	Coldest, Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	3.6 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.6 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
July	75°F (24°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	65°F (19°C)	4.0 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.4 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.7 in
December	35°F (1°C)	3.4 in

Railroad has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 31°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").

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Railroad is located in York County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.2% of the vote, a 25.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 1,029 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%

D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	32
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.6%
	51% below US avg
High School+	95.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	6.11

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	447/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	York County County

Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Avg Download Speed	149.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	11.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	1,029
Restaurants	789
Retail Stores	1,183

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.8 min
Drive Alone	84.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Average costs for common services in Railroad. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit	$342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit	$195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling	$244 ($146–$390)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement	$195 ($98–$342)

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Home Services

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

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Legal

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

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$244)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread	$3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$195 ($98–$390)

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Top Industries in York County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	32,814	566	$71,376	2.19
Health Care & Social Assistance	27,350	1,221	$73,898	1.04
Retail Trade	19,975	1,139	$34,617	1.10
Transportation & Warehousing	14,003	312	$52,933	1.81
Accommodation & Food Services	13,418	754	$21,924	0.81
Construction	11,740	914	$83,004	1.22
Administrative & Waste Services	8,000	534	$45,351	0.74
Professional & Technical Services	7,091	817	$88,465	0.56
Other Services	6,712	953	$42,886	1.22
Wholesale Trade	6,165	408	$74,929	0.86
Management of Companies	3,676	107	$105,596	1.19
Finance & Insurance	3,356	492	$90,402	0.45
Arts & Entertainment	2,434	156	$25,272	0.79
Real Estate	2,032	352	$60,047	0.72
Educational Services	1,756	85	$45,601	0.47
Utilities	1,144	20	$163,918	1.65
Information & Technology	851	100	$64,964	0.25
Agriculture & Forestry	824	88	$38,013	0.56
Mining & Oil/Gas	224	9	$88,585	0.32

Radio Stations near Railroad

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
metal rock radio	classic rock, metal	MP3 128 kbps
WCBM 680	news, talk	MP3 32 kbps
WBJC 91.5 FM - Baltimore	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
WZBA - 100.7 The Bay - Baltimore's Best Classic Rock	classic rock	AAC+ 48 kbps
The BocX	blues, funk	MP3 256 kbps
CVGM - Chiptune, Retro & Video Game Music	—	MP3 192 kbps
Heaven 600	gospel	AAC
102.7 Jack-FM	adult hits	AAC
TriniSpiceFM	calypso, caribbean	MP3 192 kbps
93.1 WPOC	country	AAC
kE PACHANGA RADIO	—	MP3 96 kbps
WTMD-HD2	—	MP3 128 kbps
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

National Parks Near Railroad

140 national parks and monuments found near Railroad.

Park	Type	Fee
African American Civil War Memorial		Free
Anacostia Park	Park	Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial		Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway	Parkway	Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument	National Monument	Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland	State Park	Free
Big Elk Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Billingsley Nrma	State Park	Free
Bohemia River State Park	State Park	Free
Caledonia State Park	State Park	Free
Capitol Hill Parks		Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument	National Monument	Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Catoctin Mountain Park	Park	Free
Chaney Nrma	State Park	Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$20
Chesapeake Bay		Free
Civil War Defenses of Washington		Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Codorus State Park	State Park	Free
Colonel Denning State Park	State Park	Free
Constitution Gardens		Free
Cunningham Falls Sp	State Park	Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland	State Park	Free
Cunningham Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Cypress Branch Nrma	State Park	Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club	State Park	Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial	Memorial	Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Elk Neck Sp	State Park	Free
Fair Hill Nrma	State Park	Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site	National Historic Site	$5
Fort Dupont Park		Free
Fort Foote Park	Park	Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine	National Monument and Historic Shrine	$15
Fowlers Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial		Free
Franklin Point State Park	State Park	Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site	National Historic Site	$1
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
George Washington Memorial Parkway	Memorial Parkway	Free
Gettysburg National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park	State Park	Free
Glen Echo Park	Park	Free
Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation	State Park	Free
Great Falls Park	Park	$20
Greenbelt Park	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
Hart-Miller Island Sp	State Park	Free
Honey Branch Nrma	State Park	Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park	State Park	Free
Jonas Green State Park	State Park	Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens		Free
Kings Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial		Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac		Free
Lincoln Memorial		Free
Little Buffalo State Park	State Park	Free
Love Point State Park	State Park	Free
Lums Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park	National Battlefield Park	Free
Marsh Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial		Free
Martinak State Park	State Park	Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Matapeake	State Park	Free
Matthew Henson Sp	State Park	Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3	State Park	Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4	State Park	Free
Memorial Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Monocacy National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Mont Alto State Park	State Park	Free
Morgan Run Nea	State Park	Free
National Capital Parks-East		Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks		Free
North Point Sb	State Park	Free
North Point Sp	State Park	Free
North Point State Park	State Park	Free
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm		Free
Palmer Sp	State Park	Free
Patapsco Valley Sp	State Park	Free
Patapsco Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Patuxent River Sp	State Park	Free
Pennsylvania Avenue		Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Reeds Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Rock Creek Park	Park	Free
Rocks Sp	State Park	Free
Rosaryville Sp	State Park	Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park	State Park	Free
Sandy Point State Park	State Park	Free
Sassafrass Nrma	State Park	Free
Seneca Creek Sp	State Park	Free
Seneca Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area	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
Susquehannock State Park	State Park	Free
Swatara State Park	State Park	Free
The White House and President's Park		Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island		Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial		Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Tuckahoe Sp	State Park	Free
Tuckahoe State Park	State Park	Free
Uhler Nrma	State Park	Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial		Free
Washington Monument		$1
Washington Monument Sp	State Park	Free
Washington Monument State Park	State Park	Free
White Clay Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts		Free
World War I Memorial		Free
World War II Memorial		Free
Wye Island Nrma	State Park	Free
Wye Oak Sp	State Park	Free

Museums in Railroad

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
YORK COLLEGE GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		7178156622	$123,299,897
STEAM INTO HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	2 WEST MAIN STREET	7179422370	$1,778,262
YORK COUNTY HERITAGE TRUST	HISTORY MUSEUM		7178461977	$1,363,787
CAMP SECURITY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$396,624
MARYLAND AND PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$88,559
MARYLAND STEAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$65,327
AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BLUE ROCK HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7176840711
BONHAM HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7178452422
CHARLOTTE'S QUEST NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		4103743395
CODORUS VALLEY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CONSERVATION SOCIETY OF YORK COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7177411527
DALLASTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FIRST BATTALION MARYLAND CAVALRY IN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GATES HOUSE AND PLOUGH TAVERN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7178452951
GLEN ROCK HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 MANCHESTER STREET
GREATER DOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOWER WINDSOR AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2425 CRALEY ROAD
ORDER OF THE MEROVINGIAN DYNASTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
POLICE HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	54 WEST MARKET STREET	7178452677
RED LION AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	10 E BROADWAY STREET	7172441912
RED LION AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	10 E BROADWAY	7172441912
SHREWSBURY AREA PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM
SPRING GROVE AREA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	50 N EAST ST #3
STEWARTSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11 MILL STREET	7179935003
STEWARTSTOWN RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7176547530
WEST MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2500 CARLISLE ROAD	7177642909

Libraries in Railroad

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MARTIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	159 EAST MARKET ST	438,403
YORK SYS ADMIN UNIT	159 EAST MARKET STREET	285,820
KALTREIDER-BENFER LIBRARY	147 S CHARLES ST	167,362
PAUL SMITH LIBRARY OF SOUTHERN YORK COUNTY	80 CONSTITUTION AVE	92,235
GLATFELTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	101 GLENVIEW RD	66,641
MASON DIXON PUBLIC LIBRARY	250 BAILEY DRIVE	64,756
A HUFNAGEL PUBLIC LIBRARY OF GLEN ROCK	32 MAIN STREET	28,895

Farmers Markets in Railroad

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Center for Design Practice - Mobile Farmers Market					Visit
Central Market York	34 W. Philadelphia Street	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Tue: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Glen Rock Farmer's Market	30 Enterprise Street	05/15/2016 to 10/16/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Hampstead Farmers' Market	1341 N. Main Street	06/04/2016 to 10/01/2016	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit
Market & Penn Streets Farmers' Market	380 W. Market Street	January to December	Tue:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;Fri:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;Sat:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;		Visit
Morningstar Marketplace	5209 Lincoln Highway, West
New Eastern Market	201 Memory Lane
New Freedom Farmers' Market	150 East Main Street	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Real Food System					Visit
The Markets at Shrewsbury	12025 Susquehanna Trail S	01/01/2019 to 01/01/2019	Thu: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Railroad

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Crystal Ball Brewing Company	Brewery	1612 W King St		Visit
Liquid Hero Brewery	Brewers	50 E North St	7178149250	Visit
Marburg Estate Winery Ltd	Vineyards, , manufacturing, Beverages, (4), Wines, Wineries, Spring Grove, (2), Wines Brandy and Bra	2025 Locust Rd	7176337760
Mexitaly Brewhouse	Brewery	2440 E Market St	7176008226
Millstone Cellars	Winery, Brewery	2029 Monkton Rd	4434709818	Visit
Mudhook Brewing Co.	Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery, Brewery, Bar, and Event Space, Bar, Brewery, Bar, and Event Space	34 N Cherry Ln	7177473605	Visit
Naylor Wine Cellars Inc	Wineries, Vineyards, Brewers	4069 Vineyard Rd	7179932431	Visit
Naylor Wines Antiques Markets	Wineries, Brewers	12035 Susquehanna Trl S	7172272228
North York Beverage Co Inc	Food Stores, Liquor Store, Breweries, Liquor Stores	1848 N Susquehanna Trl	7178486054
Quick 6 Beer & Food	Food & Beverage Services, Food and Beverage, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Sandwich Shops, Bar, Brewery,	1510 W Market St	7178468646, (717) 900-5628
Race Horse Tavern	Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Grill Restaurants, L	738 N Biesecker Rd	7177929838	Visit
Spielgrund Wine & Beer Supplies	Air Fresheners, Wine Storage Equipment & Supplies, Wineries Equipment & Supplies, Soap, Wine Stores,	3528 E Market St	7177553384
U-tote-m Inc	food and drink, beverage, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, recreation	1440 Bannister St	7178435940

Daycare Centers in Railroad

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
KEYSTONE KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER 140 FAIRVIEW CT	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(717) 235-5888	OPEN
SOUTHERN BRANCH YMCA 100 CONSTITUTION AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	(717) 235-0446	OPEN

Cell Towers in Railroad

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
844 Old Common Rd.	TOWER	128
(Cranberry site) 2300 HARVEY GUMMEL ROAD	TOWER	86
2815 TRACEY MILL RD (18697)	LTOWER	79
245 Alum Rock Road (112800)	LTOWER	79
21140 Old York Road (57209)	LTOWER	67
2941 Baltimore Pike (10044)	LTOWER	61
30 E. High Street (104522)	MTOWER	59
3602 Jefferson Avenue (113231)	MTOWER	59
650 REISINGER AVENUE (4433)	MTOWER	56
2514 Delta Road (111629)	LTOWER	48
16 COLLEGE AVENUE (14700)	MTOWER	38

Bridges in Railroad

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Frame	Concrete	1982	28	2,073	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	33	2,058	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1996	23	100	F

Superfund Sites Near Railroad

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
J.E. BAKER COMPANY	232 E MARKET ST, PO BOX 1189	YORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS	228 SOUTH MAIN STREET	YORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS	228 SOUTH MAIN STREET	YORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS	228 SOUTH MAIN STREET	YORK
YORK COUNTY ENERGY PARTNERS	NORTH CODORUS TWP. ROUTE 116	YORK
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE & REFUSE AUTHORITY	2700 BLACKBRIDGE ROAD	YORK

Airports Near Railroad

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport	BWI	Large Airport
Fort Meade Executive Airport	FME	Medium Airport
Harrisburg International Airport	MDT	Medium Airport
Lancaster Airport	LNS	Medium Airport
Martin State Airport	MTN	Medium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport	MUI	Medium Airport
Phillips Army Air Field	APG	Medium Airport
Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field)	RDG	Medium Airport
Albrecht Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Ashland Landing Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Auer Field	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Baublitz Commercial Airport	—	Small Airport
Baugher's Orchard Airport	—	Small Airport
Bell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bermudian Valley Airpark	—	Small Airport
Black Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Bowtie Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyer Airport	—	Small Airport
Breezecroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Burhans Memorial 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
Church Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle W Airfield	—	Small Airport
Clearview Airpark	—	Small Airport
Cloudbound Airport	—	Small Airport
Conquest Field	—	Small Airport
Cromwell Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
D.Evans Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Deck Airport	—	Small Airport
Dee Jay Airport	—	Small Airport
Deitch Airport	—	Small Airport
Donegal Springs Airpark	—	Small Airport
Draco STOLport	—	Small Airport
Ecko Field	—	Small Airport
Egolf Airport	—	Small Airport
Essex Skypark Airport	—	Small Airport
Fallston Airport	—	Small Airport
Farmers Pride Airport	—	Small Airport
Fly Away Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Frederick Municipal Airport	FDK	Small Airport

Police Stations in Railroad

14 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 09 White Marsh
Hampstead Police	1112 Main Street
Harford County Sheriff's Office Northern Precinct	3726 Norrisville Road
Northern York County Regional Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police	101 North Main Street
Southern Regional Police Department	49 East High Street
Springettsbury Township Police Department
Stewartstown Borough Office	6A North Main Street
West Manchester Township Police Department
West York Borough - Police Department	1381 West Poplar Street
York Area Regional Police Department	33 Oak Street
York City Police Department
York College Campus Safety
York County Sheriff's Department

Grocery Stores in Railroad

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 8141	Other	8277 Miller Park Dr

Treatment Centers in Railroad

11 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Catholic Charities - York Counseling Office	Mental Health	717-845-2696
Colonial House Inc	Substance Abuse	717-792-9702 x2
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life Services	Mental Health	717-845-7652
Gaudenzia Inc - Integrity House	Substance Abuse	717-447-8650
Kindred Treatment Center	Both	410-861-0066
Lebanon VAMC - York VA Outpatient Clinic	Both	717-840-2730
New Insights II Inc - York	Substance Abuse	717-845-2079
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - York Pharmacotherapy Services	Substance Abuse	717-840-2300
Wellspan Philhaven - Meadowlands	Mental Health	717-851-6340
White Deer Run	Substance Abuse	717-893-5339
White Deer Run - York	Substance Abuse	717-840-2308

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Frequently Asked Questions About Railroad

What is the population of Railroad?

Railroad has a population of 286 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 447 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59.4% female and 40.6% male.

Is Railroad expensive to live in?

Railroad has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $211,400 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Railroad safe?

Railroad is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,722 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Railroad receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Railroad?

Railroad has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Railroad?

The job market in Railroad is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,201. There are 9,389 business establishments in the area, including 789 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Railroad?

The median home value in Railroad is $211,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,259. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,026. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 39.2%. The average annual property tax is $7,050.

How are the schools in Railroad?

Schools in Railroad score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.6% of adults in Railroad hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Railroad?

The obesity rate in Railroad is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 77.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,484.

What is transportation like in Railroad?

The average commute in Railroad is 30 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Railroad?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Railroad is 99.3% White. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 8.4% of residents have a disability. 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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People 10/10

Economy 12/13

Housing 13/17

Health 24/26

Crime & Safety 3/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 2/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 15/32

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