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Hershey, PA

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Let’s start with the basics: Hershey, PA has a population of 15021. What about cost of living in Hershey, PA? The median income in Hershey, PA is $80,711 and the median home value is $288,702.

Read on to learn more about Hershey, PA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Hershey, PA

Average Temperatures

62 high / 43 low

Average Annual Rainfall

41 in

Average Annual Snowfall

29 in

Quick Facts about Hershey, Pennsylvania

Median Home Value
$288,702
Median Property Tax
$3,040
Total Population
15,021
Average Commute
17 min
Median Household Income
$80,711
Median Monthly Rent
$933

Map of Hershey, PA

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