WorkspaceTop ListsAboutContact Us

Mercersburg, PA

View of Mercersburg, PA
Image credit: Smallbones / CC0
Population
1,492
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
583 ft
Median Home Value
$210,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$804/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,114
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

Highlights

What stands out in Mercersburg

Explore

More places like Mercersburg

OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityChambersburg, Pennsylvania15 miles away · 23,376 residents.

About Mercersburg

Set at the base of Cove Mountain just a few miles north of the Maryland border, Mercersburg is a quiet, scenic small town in south-central Pennsylvania. Home to around 1,500 residents, it offers a peaceful rural setting with deep historical roots. President James Buchanan spent his childhood here, and the beautiful campus of Mercersburg Academy has anchored the community with a welcoming, collegiate atmosphere since 1893.

1st ME Church, Mersersburg, FrankCo, PA

Walking through the downtown historic district along Main and Seminary Streets, you will see handsome brick architecture, local storefronts, and quiet residential lanes. With the surrounding mountains providing a great backdrop for hiking, skiing at nearby Whitetail, and exploring the countryside, Mercersburg is an appealing spot for anyone looking for historic charm and outdoor tranquility.

Top Rating Signals

Highest current ratings for this town.

Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

Loading town details...