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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Shippensburg

talk with neighbors/friendly; easy access to grocery stores and my church; friends live on same street and nearby ones

I like that my neighborhood is not in the center of town. There is no traffic close to me, yet it is a short drive into the heart of town to grocery stores, banks, etc. I like my neighbors. I can go outside and feel safe. My kids can enjoy playing outside.

We like that we are close to town but not directly in town. The neighborhood is friendly. The neighbors are neighborly and the kids can play together outside. There is wildlife and green space.

Just about anything you would want or need is within three miles.there is a large playground near nearby. Many local small restaurants nearby. Three state parks within twenty miles.

I like my neighbor hood because my Friends live nearby. I also like it because it very peaceful and quite.

There is a lot of space to do stuff. It is usually pretty quiet. There is a dollar general a mile down the road.

Who Lives Here

Shippensburg Demographics

Education

High School

35%

Associate's

13%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

6%

Doctorate

36%

Family Size

2 people

55%

3 people

31%

4 people

7%

5 people

4%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

57%

50-100k

26%

100-150k

12%

150-200k

4%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

8%

10-20

10%

20-45

43%

45-65

17%

65+

21%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Shippensburg?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Dec '23-$900$1050$1110
Nov '23-$900$1050$1110
Oct '23-$900$1050$1110
Sep '23-$900$1050$1110
Aug '23-$900$1050$1110
Jul '23-$900$1050$1110
Jun '23-$900$1050$1110
May '23-$900$1050$1110
Apr '23-$900$1050$1110
Mar '23-$900$1050$622
Feb '23-$900$1050$622
Jan '23-$900$1050$622
Dec '22-$900$1050$622

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Shippensburg

Shippensburg Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

43%

15-30 Mins

31%

30-40 Mins

7%

40-60 Mins

10%

60+ Mins

9%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4949

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Percentage: 4747

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

What Renters Are Saying

Shippensburg Features

Busy Streets

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 6 of 6 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 6 of 6 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 6 of 6 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Near Downtown

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Shippensburg Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Shippensburg

10/10

Fountaindale Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

9/10

Cumberland Valley High School

Grades 9-12 • Public

9/10

Grace B Luhrs Univ Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Sabillasville Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Paramount Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Old Forge Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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All About

Living in Shippensburg, PA

Shippensburg, Pennsylvania is a small town with a population of approximately 6,000. Young adults (15-24) should fit right in, as they account for an above-average percentage of the community, though young professionals exist in large numbers as well. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just under 39, is younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Homeowners tend to be in the minority in the area, and 62% of residents rent their homes. The trend is driven in part by a relatively affordable average rent of $839 a month, which is $79 less than the state average.

Shippensburg has a relatively high number of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the state average, as 8% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Further, 11% have a Bachelor's degree. Workers are spread across a plethora of industries in Shippensburg, the most common five of which are education, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and entertainment. Combined, these industries make up 39% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of the town's population works in transportation, making it the top profession in the town. Shippensburg workers earn an average annual income of just over $51,000, less than the Pennsylvania average. Shippensburg's average income also trails the national average ($73,345).

With an average commute time of about 23 minutes, shorter than most cities in Pennsylvania, Shippensburg residents have found that getting to work isn't overly time-consuming. Many residents (46%) drive themselves to work, while public transit is not extensively used. Walking (6%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number far exceeds the national average.