Hanover

PA

York County, Pennsylvania

Population 463K |Median income $84,829 |5 hospitals

Population
462,924
York County
Median Income
$84,829
+25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$248,600
+9% vs avg
Median Age
41.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
463K+6%
Median Income
$84,829+44%
Median Home Value
$248,600+43%
Poverty Rate
8.4%-17%
Unemployment
4.5%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Poverty Rate
8.4% -41% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.6%
Work From Home 12.4%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 81.2%
African American 6.3%
Asian 1.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.4%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.4%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
3
WELLSPAN YORK HOSPITAL
YORK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UPMC MEMORIAL
YORK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UPMC HANOVER
HANOVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Hanover 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 · 36m 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 Warnings high

Flood Watch Issued for Cape York Peninsula and North Tropical Coast Following Tropical Cyclone Narelle

BOM · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Hanover, PA? ▼
Hanover, PA has a population of 462,924 people, located in York County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Hanover? ▼
The median household income in Hanover, PA is $84,829 per year. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
What is the median home value in Hanover? ▼
The median home value in Hanover, PA is $248,600. Median rent is $1,193/month.
What are the top health concerns in Hanover? ▼
The top health indicators in Hanover include Short Sleep Duration (38.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Hanover? ▼
Hanover has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Hanover? ▼
The median age in Hanover, PA is 41.1 years. 27.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hanover, PA is located in York County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 463K and a median household income of $84,829, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hanover 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 (York 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.