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Rutherford, PA

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Population
6,890
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
514 ft
Median Home Value
$214,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,155/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$83,636
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityColonial Park, Pennsylvania2.9 miles away · 18,032 residents.

About Rutherford

Rutherford is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, operating as a suburb of Harrisburg. Located eight miles east of the capital city within Swatara Township, the residential neighborhood of approximately 6,890 is served by the Central Dauphin School District for public primary and secondary education for local students.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.2rating

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