Chambersburg

PA

Franklin County, Pennsylvania

Population 157K |Median income $77,003 |2 hospitals

Population
157,379
Franklin County
Median Income
$77,003
+13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$249,800
+10% vs avg
Median Age
42.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
157K+5%
Median Income
$77,003+46%
Median Home Value
$249,800+41%
Poverty Rate
8.5%-23%
Unemployment
4%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Poverty Rate
8.5% -40% vs avg
Unemployment 4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.7%
Work From Home 10%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 86.8%
African American 3.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.6%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
WELLSPAN WAYNESBORO HOSPITAL
WAYNESBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
WELLSPAN CHAMBERSBURG HOSPITAL
CHAMBERSBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Chambersburg Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Chambersburg, PA? ▼
Chambersburg, PA has a population of 157,379 people, located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Chambersburg? ▼
The median household income in Chambersburg, PA is $77,003 per year. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
What is the median home value in Chambersburg? ▼
The median home value in Chambersburg, PA is $249,800. Median rent is $1,093/month.
What are the top health concerns in Chambersburg? ▼
The top health indicators in Chambersburg include Short Sleep Duration (38.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Chambersburg? ▼
Chambersburg has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Chambersburg? ▼
The median age in Chambersburg, PA is 42.1 years. 24.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Chambersburg, PA is located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 157K and a median household income of $77,003, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Chambersburg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Franklin County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.