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Tower City, PA

Pennsylvania · Lebanon County · Lebanon Metro

Tower City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,542. Residents earn $69,750 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,542 Population 4,819/sq mi density
$69,750 Median Income $28,799 per capita
$110,700 Home Value $143,368 Zillow
$964 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,750 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value, $964/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,750
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $964
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,542
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density4,819/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,750
Per Capita$28,799
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$964
Ownership76.0%
Zillow$143,368
Housing Units538
Rent Burden23.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property453/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary75/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation762 ft (232 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute35 min
Broadband88.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Tower City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tower City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tower City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tower City is $69,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tower City is $110,700, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $964 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Tower City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 453 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tower City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Tower City has a population of 1,542 with a density of 4,819 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56% female and 44% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,542
Total Population
4,819
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Tower City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tower City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tower City is $69,750, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,799 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,936 business establishments, including 232 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tower City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,750
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,799
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below 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 Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tower City is $110,700, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,368, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $964 (17% 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. 76.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 538 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $5,794 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,368
Median List Price$102,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$102,500
$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$964
17% below US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.0%
Owner-Occupied76.0%
Renter-Occupied24.0%
Housing Units538
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Tower City, 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: Tower City 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
Tower City has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 453 per 100,000, 77% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 377, burglary at 75, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Tower City receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property452.8/100K
77% below US avg
Burglary75.5/100K
Theft377.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Tower City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°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 43.1 inches. The area receives 29.0 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 762 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density4,819/sq mi
Coordinates40.5884°N, 76.5531°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLebanon County County
Nearest AirportHarrisburg International (MDT)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 29.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

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

24 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 52 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 55 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 83 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 149 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 122 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 66 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 55 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 71 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 55 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 80 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 109 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 53 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 139 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 65 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 143 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 56 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 100 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 143 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 52 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

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

Tornado History

327 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 13 fatalities, 245 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 34 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 57 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 96 km 3
May 31, 1985 EF3 83 km 6
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 85 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 83 km 0
Jul 29, 1976 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 30 km 1
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 95 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 57 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 90 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 94 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 99 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 78 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 54 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 62 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 21 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 68 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 141 km
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PENOBSCOT (2,091 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 89 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 88 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 80 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 76 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.9 in
December 32°F (0°C) 3.3 in

Tower City has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").

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Tower City is located in Lebanon County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 6.1% 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. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 286 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.63
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density4,819/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyLebanon County County

Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Avg Download Speed185.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed38.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%
Average costs for common services in Tower City. 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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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

Schools in Tower City

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Williams Valley El Sch Elementary 521 45 11.6:1
Williams Valley JSHS High 440 36 12.2:1
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Radio Stations near Tower City

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHP 580 news, talk AAC
WJTL christian contemporary MP3

National Parks Near Tower City

72 national parks and monuments found near Tower City.

ParkTypeFee
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine 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
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club State Park Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fort Delaware State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
Hobbs Property 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
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Little Pine State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake 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
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Palmer Sp 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
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Rocky Run Acquisition State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sand Bridge State Park State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site 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
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Upper Pine Bottom State Park State Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in Tower City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LEBANON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172721473$235,049
LOWER ANTHRACITE MODEL RAILROAD CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM5706442248$117,689
ASHLAND AREA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION515 CENTRE ST5708752632
CLAN COCHRANE IN NORTH AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INSTITUTE AMERICAN DELTIOLOGYGENERAL MUSEUM7178667747
LYKENS & WICONISCO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONNORTH SECOND STREET
MEMORIAL EDUCATIONAL & HISTORICAL PRESERVATION TRUST FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PINEGROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION205 N TULPEHOCKEN STREET5703450157
STOY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172721473
TREMONT AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706953602
TRI-VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1433 W MAIN ST5205683591

Libraries in Tower City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEBANON COMMUNITY LIBRARY125 N SEVENTH ST0.0239,742
SHAMOKIN & COAL TWP PUB LIB210 EAST INDEPENDENCE ST0.081,704
MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY30 SOUTH OAK ST0.058,061
MATTHEWS PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST MAIN STREET0.056,000
MYERSTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY199 NORTH COLLEGE ST0.050,000
ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1229 CENTRE ST0.09,862
TRI VALLEY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY633 EAST MAIN ST0.07,484
TREMONT AREA FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY19 NORTH PINE STREET0.06,900
TOWER-PORTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY230 E GRAND AVE0.01,475

Farmers Markets in Tower City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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.

Restaurants in Tower City

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corky's 4th Street Station
DW's Deli and Hoagies
Mione's Pizza
Nino's

Gas Stations in Tower City

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Top Star Express

Banks in Tower City

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BB&T
Mid Penn Bank
Riverview Bank

Breweries in Tower City

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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
Mattucci'sCocktail Lounges, food and drink, Cafes, Caterers, Pennsylvania (pa), Restaurants, Breweries & Brew 451 W 4th St5703392310Visit
Mustang Inn TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grill Restaurants82 S Tulpehocken St5703452635
Our Lads Beer & Soda DistrWholesale Foods, Wholesale Beer, Breweries240 E Centre St570-875-0440
Paxinos Beer ShoppeBeer & Beverages, Paxinos, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Wholesale Beer, Paxinos Beer Ale and Non-alcoh533 Badmans Hill Rd5706488080Visit
R & R Beer Distributor, Fredericksburg Pa, Beverages, Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Malt Beverages, Breweries, Beverage Sto3020 S Pine Grove St7178652897
Snitz Creek BreweryAmerican Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale7 N 9th St7174504118Visit

Pharmacies in Tower City

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WILLIAMS VALLEY PHARMACY 226 EAST GRAND AVENUE 717-647-9523

Cell Towers in Tower City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Long Stretch Mill Rd (2268)GTOWER94
3.7 MI ENE OF SR 147 & BOILE RUNTOWER84
3.7 MI ENE OF SR 147 & BOILE RUNTOWER84
1 MI N OF I-81 & SR 209TOWER82
1 MI N OF I-81 & SR 209TOWER82
(Frailey site) 2201 Shermans Mtn RoadLTOWER79
(Frailey site) 2201 Shermans Mtn RoadLTOWER79
Gold Mine Road (2578)LTOWER73
2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81TOWER64
2 MI SW OF SR 443 & I-81TOWER64
2168 South Pine Grove Street (110594)LTOWER61
151 HOFFMAN ROAD (85076)LTOWER61
9706 MOUNTAIN ROAD (82284)MTOWER59
NORTH GRANT STREET (78789)MTOWER57
150 HARRISON SCHOOL ROAD (2573)LTOWER56
241 Myer Drive (2197)MTOWER39

Fire Stations in Tower City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Tower City Volunteer Fire Company # 1124 E Grand AVEVolunteer717-647-4557
West End Fire Company 3 Sheridan326 W Grand AVEVolunteer717-647-2411

Bridges in Tower City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20111344,158G
SlabConcrete1912331,257F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198767450F
SlabConcrete197326300P

Superfund Sites Near Tower City

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
IRONWOOD GENERATING STATION305 PRESCOTT ROADLEBANON
WPS WESTWOOD GENERATION LLC490 W MAIN STSCHUYLKILL

Airports Near Tower City

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
Williamsport Regional AirportIPTMedium Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Beaver Springs AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Benton 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
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Chester County G O Carlson AirportCTHSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Countryside 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
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fauser UltralightportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Fox Hollow AirportSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Gilfert AirportSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Gusler AirportSmall Airport
Hackenburg-Penny Hill AirportSmall Airport
Harman AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Tower City

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ashland Police Department1501 Walnut Street
Butler Township Police Department211 Broad Street
Coal Township Police Department
Hegins Township Police Department
Kulpmont Borough Police Department9 North 8th Street
Mount Carmel Borough Police Department
Mount Carmel Township Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police - Jonestown
Pennsylvania State Police Academy
Shamokin Police Department511 North Franklin Street
Tower City Police Department219 East Colliery Avenue

Grocery Stores in Tower City

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Top Star Express 139Convenience Store523 E Grand Ave
Williams Valley Farms LlcFarmers and Markets200 E Wiconisco Ave

Post Offices in Tower City

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tower City Post Office544 East Grand Avenue

Treatment Centers in Tower City

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ponessa Behavioral HealthBoth717-273-5992
Visualize Change LLCSubstance Abuse570-875-3333

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tower City

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
4ONE MINISTRIES1109 E COLLIERY AVE
DAUPHIN FOURSQUARE CHURCH111 E WASHINGTON ST
MUIR FOURSQUARE CHURCH111 E WASHINGTON ST
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH415 E GRAND AVE
ST PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH1931 WICONISCO ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tower City

What is the population of Tower City?

Tower City has a population of 1,542 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 4,819 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 56% female and 44% male.

Is Tower City expensive to live in?

Tower City 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 $69,750, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,700 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $964 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Tower City safe?

Tower City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 453 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Tower City receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tower City?

Tower City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Tower City?

The job market in Tower City is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 2,936 business establishments in the area, including 232 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 8.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Tower City?

The median home value in Tower City is $110,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,368. For renters, the median monthly rent is $964. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,794.

How are the schools in Tower City?

Schools in Tower City score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in Tower City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Tower City?

The obesity rate in Tower City 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 Tower City?

The average commute in Tower City is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Tower City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tower City is 97.9% White. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

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