Gettysburg, PA

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Population
8,365
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
537 ft
Median Home Value
$241,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,365
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Gettysburg

Gettysburg is a historic south-central Pennsylvania town with a population of around 7,000. Located about 35 miles north of Frederick, Maryland, and 45 miles south of Harrisburg, it offers quiet rural surroundings alongside manageable drives to regional job hubs. Gettysburg College anchors the northern side of town, bringing athletic events, lectures, and a lively campus atmosphere, while the surrounding Adams County countryside is famous for its farm markets and cideries.

Gettysburg Today

Everyday life here connects closely with the area's rich heritage, as Gettysburg National Military Park provides thousands of acres of preserved green space, walking trails, and scenic roads right in your backyard. The town center is walkable and welcoming, featuring historic brick homes, local coffee shops, and independent restaurants. For anyone moving in, it offers a friendly, tight-knit community paired with classic small-town character.

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