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Shillington, PA

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Population
5,542
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
333 ft
Median Home Value
$203,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$79,922
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityReading, Pennsylvania3.3 miles away · 95,832 residents.

About Shillington

Shillington is a borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, situated along Wyomissing Creek adjacent to Reading. Historic as the childhood home of author John Updike and the site of Governor Thomas Mifflin's estate, the community of approximately 5,492 is served by the Governor Mifflin School District, operating its middle and high schools locally for 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+99.0rating

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