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Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg · Dauphin County · PA 17101
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$150K
Median Price
65/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
120 min
to Philadelphia, PA
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
FSafety
18/100
B-Schools
70/100
DQuietness
40/100
FCommute
15/100
CWalkability
65/100
WYLT Score50/100
Our Take
Harrisburg’s downtown offers decent walkability, a low cost of living, and a lively arts scene, but the area suffers from high violent crime, limited transit options, and a noisy, busy environment that may not suit everyone.
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The Good
- ✓Low rent and affordable housing compared to nearby metros
- ✓Walkable downtown with cafés, bars, and cultural venues
- ✓Strong arts and music community
- ✓Diverse population and mix of young professionals and families
Real Talk
- !High rates of violent crime in the city core
- !Public transit options are minimal and slow
- !Noise and traffic from I‑95 and nearby highways
- !Limited parking and occasional congestion in downtown
- $Higher property taxes compared to neighboring suburbs
- $Elevated heating and utility costs in winter months
- $Parking fees or permit costs in commercial districts
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsArtists and creativesLow‑to‑moderate income households
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Harrisburg, PA
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Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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