Shanksville, PA

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Population
189
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,232 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$127,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$725/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$75,833
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Tucked into the scenic Laurel Highlands of Somerset County, Shanksville is a tiny, quiet mountain town surrounded by rolling forests and farmland. Daily life here moves at an easy pace, centered around a simple Main Street, local churches, and neighbors who genuinely know and support each other. The Flight 93 National Memorial sits just outside town, adding a sense of history and reverence to the landscape. For anyone looking to settle into a peaceful rural setting, Shanksville offers crisp mountain air, starry night skies, and quick access to nearby lakes, hiking trails, and state parks.

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