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Hummelstown, PA: A Borough-Focused Homebuying Guide

Hummelstown Borough and the broader Hummelstown mailing area are useful to distinguish when searching for a home. Confirm the municipality of each property before comparing school districts, taxes, services or neighborhood settings. A shared postal address does not make two properties part of the same local market.

The Heilig Team can help you narrow the available homes around your needs and timing. Browse this page's listings, then share your priorities with us.

Start with the setting and the property

Consider how the home fits your daily routine, including parking, outdoor space, maintenance and trips to your most frequent destinations. Compare borough streets with properties outside the borough on their own features. A home near a destination may still require a different route than you expect, so make time to visit the area.

Ask for information about improvements, permits and major systems. For attached properties, clarify shared components and responsibilities. For any property subject to an association, review fees, rules and the services included. Build those costs into the same comparison as your expected payment, taxes, insurance and utilities.

Explore local parks

The borough's parks directory lists places such as Alexander Park, Schaffner Park, Mehaffie Park and the Hummel Nature Trail. These are useful places to explore while learning the area. Consult the borough for current facility details and rules.

Schools and municipal details

The borough's general information page identifies Hummelstown Borough as part of Lower Dauphin School District. Confirm the district and current school assignment for a particular address rather than relying only on the mailing city.

Use the Dauphin County property database to research the parcel. Review current tax bills and ask about water, sewer, refuse and other ongoing charges. The borough website provides local service information and a starting point for zoning and permit questions.

Questions about buying in Hummelstown

Are all Hummelstown addresses in the borough? No. Check the parcel's municipality and school district for each listing.

What if I am also considering Hershey? Compare actual homes, travel routes and ownership costs. Our Hershey guide can help you organize the questions to ask.

How do I prepare for a first showing? Review your budget, identify your must-haves and talk through representation and the buying process. Our Central PA buyer guide explains the steps.

Ready to sell a Hummelstown-area property? Request a home valuation and use our seller guide to plan preparation, pricing and timing.

Overview for Hummelstown, PA

21,815 people live in Hummelstown, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $56,536. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,815

Total Population

42.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$56,536

Average individual Income

Around Hummelstown, PA

There's plenty to do around Hummelstown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

3
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Weis Markets Bakery, West Connection Beer Vault, and Huckleberry Bakery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.19 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 1.25 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 1.27 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.27 miles 6 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Dining 1.29 miles 3 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.33 miles 1 review 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Hummelstown, PA

Hummelstown has 9,024 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hummelstown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,815 people call Hummelstown home. The population density is 778 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,815

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.1 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
9,024

Total Households

2.41

Average Household Size

$56,536

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
Two-story gray-sided and stone house with a covered porch, double garage, and broad lawn.

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