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Shippensburg University, PA

Pennsylvania · Cumberland County · Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro

Shippensburg University is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,944.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,944 Population 6,943/sq mi density
$709 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
126 Violent Crime/100K 1,746 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
126 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 126/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.0%
123% higher than US avg
Median Rent $709
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,944
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density6,943/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,326
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute11 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$709
Ownership0.0%
Zillow$275,223
Housing Units26
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

F
Violent126/100K
Property1,746/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation645 ft (197 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.0%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+37.9%
School Score6.63

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute11 min
Broadband17.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries8

Is Shippensburg University a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shippensburg University receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Shippensburg University offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Shippensburg University is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 126 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,746 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Shippensburg University is a highly educated community / 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Shippensburg University experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Shippensburg University has a population of 1,944 with a density of 6,943 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 19.7 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (68.9%), with 15.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,944
Total Population
6,943
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shippensburg University vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish 7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shippensburg University vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shippensburg University is N/A. Per capita income is $17,326 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,253, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,995 business establishments, including 574 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shippensburg University vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,326
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.7 min
Drive Alone29.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,223. Monthly rent averages $709 (39% 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. 0.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 26 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $5,909 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$275,223

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$709
39% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership0.0%
Owner-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied34.5%
Housing Units26
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
In Shippensburg University, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153. The dentist ratio is 1:1,436. 87.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Shippensburg University vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep47.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Primary Care1:1,153
Dentists1:1,436
Mental Health1:402
Dental Visits38.5%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836
Shippensburg University has a violent crime rate of 126 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,746 per 100,000, 11% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shippensburg University receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent126.0/100K
67% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,746.5/100K
11% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Shippensburg University experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°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 42.5 inches. The area receives 33.6 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 645 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density6,943/sq mi
Coordinates40.0617°N, 77.5228°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCumberland County County
Nearest AirportGettysburg Regional (GTY)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 33.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability23.6 / 100
Community Resilience96.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

23 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 M4.6 130 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 132 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 90 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 40 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 47 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 87 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 109 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 42 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 132 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 54 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 132 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 47 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 116 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 96 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 107 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 109 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 111 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 120 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 90 km
Sep 29, 1997 Virginia M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

321 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 137 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 84 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 78 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 47 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 45 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 1 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 33 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 53 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 85 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 71 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 90 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 51 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 74 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 88 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 59 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 77 km 0
May 29, 1995 EF2 94 km 0
Apr 30, 1994 EF2 31 km 0
Oct 9, 1992 EF2 49 km 0
Sep 18, 1991 EF2 72 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
June 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in

Shippensburg University has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.7").

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Shippensburg University is located in Cumberland County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 123% above the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. 37.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.1% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 836 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 29.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.0%
123% above US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+37.9%
School Test Score6.63
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density6,943/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyCumberland County County

Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Avg Download Speed158.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed52.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.7 min
Drive Alone29.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%
Average costs for common services in Shippensburg University. 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)
View all 12 services

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 Cumberland County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 21,381 1,013 $64,940 1.08
Transportation & Warehousing 19,153 298 $60,010 3.29
Retail Trade 16,015 816 $38,427 1.16
Accommodation & Food Services 10,263 583 $23,695 0.82
Professional & Technical Services 9,023 894 $109,364 0.94
Manufacturing 8,906 214 $73,433 0.79
Administrative & Waste Services 6,235 381 $41,593 0.77
Finance & Insurance 6,228 428 $100,328 1.11
Construction 5,110 456 $73,813 0.71
Other Services 4,879 698 $46,173 1.18
Management of Companies 4,635 101 $139,990 2.00
Wholesale Trade 3,527 257 $83,875 0.65
Educational Services 3,204 105 $49,183 1.13
Arts & Entertainment 1,434 93 $32,406 0.62
Real Estate 1,246 252 $72,800 0.58
Information & Technology 1,078 95 $71,208 0.42
Agriculture & Forestry 390 44 $35,569 0.35
Utilities 168 8 $117,221 0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas 82 5 $71,179 0.16

Radio Stations near Shippensburg University

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WQCM 94.3 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Shippensburg University

10 campgrounds found near Shippensburg University.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35
McCoy's Ferry Campground 4.1/5 13 $10–$20
Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter 3.5/5 1 $75

National Parks Near Shippensburg University

82 national parks and monuments found near Shippensburg University.

ParkTypeFee
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Bald Eagle State Park State Park Free
Berkeley Springs State Park State Park Free
Black Moshannon State Park State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Cacapon Resort State Park State Park Free
Cacapon State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Canoe Creek State Park State Park Free
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
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Fowlers Hollow 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
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 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
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Poe Paddy State Park State Park Free
Poe Valley State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Raymond B. Winter State Park State Park Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sand Bridge State Park State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area 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
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Woodmont Nrma State Park Free

Museums in Shippensburg University

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY- KITTOCHTINNYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172641667$173,338
APPALACHIAN TRAIL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7174868126$59,835
SHIPPENSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175326727$55,343
BIGLERVILLE HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION154 W HANOVER STREET7176774556$12,900
AMBERSON VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BRINDLE GALLERYART MUSEUM7174777447
DIBERT-RODDICK PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7174777447
GEORGE WASHINGTON LODGE 143 MASONIC CENTRE PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHANNES SCHWALM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KAUFFMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM7174777447
MONT ALTO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL APPLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NEWVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177766210
SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY FASHION ARCHIVES AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7174777447

Libraries in Shippensburg University

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FRANKLIN SYS ADMIN UNIT101 RAGGED EDGE ROAD SOUTH0.0585,751
SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY73 W KING ST0.088,321
JOHN GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY9 PARSONAGE ST0.034,435

Farmers Markets in Shippensburg University

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jim's Farmers Market255 Grant StreetJanuary to DecemberFri:8:00 am - 6:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 1:00 pm;Visit
Mountain Lakes Market1800 Newville RoadVisit
North Square Farmers Market50 North Main Street05/21/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
STCC Open Air Market180 Airport Road05/07/2018 to 09/24/2018Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Yes

Breweries in Shippensburg University

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Good Ta GoBeer Garden, Brewery1640 Orchard Dr7174460138Visit
Roy Pitz Brewing Companydancing, dance studio, Brewery, instruction, places, education140 N 3rd St7174968753, 7172631486Visit

Daycare Centers in Shippensburg University

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
THE BARTOS CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER AT SHIPPENSBURG
1871 OLD MAIN DR
 CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 477-1792 OPEN

Cell Towers in Shippensburg University

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1700 Ridge Road (4490)GTOWER141
1925 Stitley RoadTOWER127
7935 WHITE CHURCH ROADTOWER127
16765 TIMMONS RDTOWER96
11 MAINSVILLE RD (2591)GTOWER86
(Walnut Bottom Cell Site) 212 Hammond RoadTOWER61
605 Piney Mtn. RidgeTOWER61
199 Pennsylvania Turnpike (135943)MTOWER60
605 PINEY MOUNTAIN RIDGE ROAD (17438)LTOWER58

Bridges in Shippensburg University

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19633319,445F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19633619,445F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19633319,387F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19633619,387F
Tee BeamConcrete1940516,223P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19631874,132F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1964433,943F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2017571,002G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200834800G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202243732G
CulvertConcrete197334200F
Truss (Thru)Steel20069060G

Superfund Sites Near Shippensburg University

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHAMBERSBURG BORO ORCHARD PARK GENERATING STACHAMBERS 5 BUSINESS PARKFRANKLIN
JAMES RIVER PAPER COMP1002 WAYNE AVENUEFRANKLIN

Airports Near Shippensburg University

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd FieldMRBMedium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
5 Lakes Airport—Small Airport
Barnes Airport—Small Airport
Baugher's Orchard Airport—Small Airport
Beaver Springs Airport—Small Airport
Beers Farm Airport—Small Airport
Bell Airport—Small Airport
Bermudian Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Blue Haven Airport—Small Airport
Botsford Aerodrome—Small Airport
Bowtie Airport—Small Airport
Burhans Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency Strip—Small Airport
Buzzards Gap Ultralightport—Small Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle Airport—Small Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field—Small Airport
Catoctin Crosswind Airport—Small Airport
Centre Airpark—Small Airport
Chestnut Hill Airport—Small Airport
Circle W Airfield—Small Airport
Clearview Airpark—Small Airport
Cloudbound Airport—Small Airport
Cove Valley Airport—Small Airport
Deitch Airport—Small Airport
Derick Ultralight Flightpark—Small Airport
Drillmore Acres Airport—Small Airport
Egolf Airport—Small Airport
Flying Eagle Airport—Small Airport
Flying R Airport—Small Airport
Fox Field—Small Airport
Franklin County Regional Airport—Small Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilfert Airport—Small Airport
Good Neighbor Farm Airport—Small Airport
Green Landings Airport—Small Airport
Greer Airport—Small Airport
Gusler Airport—Small Airport
Happy Landings Farm Airport—Small Airport
Harman Airport—Small Airport
Harp Airport—Small Airport
Harrison Farm Airport—Small Airport
Haunstein Ultralightport—Small Airport
Heberlig Airport—Small Airport
Hickory Hill Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hilling International Airport—Small Airport
Homan Airport—Small Airport
Hostetler Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Shippensburg University

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chambersburg Police Department116 South 2nd Street
Hampstead Police Department
Maryland State Police Westminster Barrack
Pennsylvania State Police3800 Black Gap Road
Reed Operations CenterAllegheny Drive
Thurmont Police Department
Westminster Police Department

Grocery Stores in Shippensburg University

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 40069AConvenience Store200 Walnut Bottom Rd
Aldi 97Supermarket40 Shippensburg Shopping Center
Arohi & Arnav Enterprises LlcGrocery Store205 S Conestoga Dr
CVS PHARMACY 5726Other701 E King St
DOLLAR GENERAL 0149Other486 E King St
Rutter's 107Convenience Store100 Cramer Rd
Rutters 31Convenience Store1 Airport Rd
Walmart Supercenter 5358Super Store100 S Conestoga Dr

Treatment Centers in Shippensburg University

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chambersburg Hospital - Behavioral Health UnitMental Health717-267-7771
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-375-1509
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-261-9833
Keystone Health - Keystone Behavioral HealthBoth717-709-7930

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shippensburg University

What is the population of Shippensburg University?

Shippensburg University has a population of 1,944 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 6,943 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Shippensburg University expensive to live in?

Shippensburg University has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Shippensburg University safe?

Shippensburg University is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 126 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,746 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Shippensburg University receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shippensburg University?

Shippensburg University has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Shippensburg University?

The job market in Shippensburg University faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,253. There are 6,995 business establishments in the area, including 574 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 21.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shippensburg University?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $709. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 0.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,909.

How are the schools in Shippensburg University?

Schools in Shippensburg University score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 75.0% of adults in Shippensburg University hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. 37.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shippensburg University?

The obesity rate in Shippensburg University is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 87.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153.

What is transportation like in Shippensburg University?

The average commute in Shippensburg University is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 29.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shippensburg University?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shippensburg University is 68.9% White, 15.3% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

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