Hanover
Borough in York County, Pennsylvania
Hanover is a borough in York County, Pennsylvania, with 16,429 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 614 ft (187 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Midway, 1.2 miles W.
- 16,429residents (2020 Census)
- 614 ftelevation · 187 m
- 3.7 sq miland area · 9.6 km²
- 4,445 / sq mipopulation density
- 17331main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Hanover
Hanover is a borough in York County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 16,439 at the 2020 census. Located 19 miles (31 km) southwest of York and 54 miles (87 km) north-northwest of Baltimore, Maryland, the town is situated in a productive agricultural region. It is named after the German city of Hanover and is a principal city of the York–Hanover metropolitan area.
Hanover was the site of the final encounter between the Union and Confederate armies before they fought against each other in the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. Hanover has since become known as the "Snack Food Capital of the World" due to the establishment of multiple food manufacturing businesses there during the 20th century. Notable companies based in the borough include Utz Brands and Snyder's of Hanover.
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Living in Hanover
- Median household income
- $61,293
- Median home value
- $212,800
- Median rent
- $1,137/mo
- Median age
- 41.2
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Hanover had 16,429 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 16,429 |
|---|---|
| Density | 4,445 per sq mi (1,716 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Hanover at a glance
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
|---|---|
| County | York County |
| Type | Borough |
| Population | 16,429 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.70 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8118° N, 76.9836° W |
| ZIP codes | 17331, 17344 |
| Official website | borough.hanover.pa.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4232448 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Hanover
- Midway1.2 mi W
- Penn1.3 mi SE
- Pennville1.8 mi S
- Parkville2.0 mi SE
- McSherrystown2.0 mi W
- Conewago2.3 mi SW
- Berwick3.3 mi N
- Heidelberg3.7 mi E
- Oxford4.2 mi NW
- Abbottstown4.9 mi N
- West Manheim5.0 mi SE
- Union5.0 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Hanover
What county is Hanover in?
Hanover is in York County, Pennsylvania.
What is the population of Hanover, PA?
16,429 people lived in Hanover at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Hanover, PA?
The main ZIP code is 17331. Other ZIP codes: 17344.
What is the elevation of Hanover?
614 feet (187 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Hanover?
Midway (1.2 mi), Penn (1.3 mi), Pennville (1.8 mi), Parkville (2.0 mi), McSherrystown (2.0 mi).
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