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Sunbury, PA

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Population
9,495
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
446 ft
Median Home Value
$107,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$738/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,028
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityWilliamsport, Pennsylvania29 miles away · 27,384 residents.

About Sunbury

Sunbury is a city and the county seat of Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, positioned along the east bank of the Susquehanna River. Boasting historic roots that date to the early eighteenth century alongside the National Register-listed Sunbury Historic District, the community of approximately 9,617 is served by the Shikellamy School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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