Fannett township, Pennsylvania
Fannett township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fannett township is a geographic entity located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,498. The land area covers 68.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,498 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs | ±6.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 997 | ±143 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,083 | ±137 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 997 | ±143 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 86 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $230,300 | ±$20,669 |
| Median Gross Rent | $680 | ±$66 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,653 | ±$6,168 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,500 | ±$3,744 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.8% | ±8.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 440 | ±196 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,133 | ±187 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70.2% | ±13.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF FANNETT
GUS Population: 2,497 (2024)
ID: 174466
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
PO BOX 40, DRY RUN PA 17220
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GUS Population: 159,285 (2024)
ID: 133452
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
14 N MAIN ST, FL 1, CHAMBERSBURG PA 17201-1829
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Blain, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Willow Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Shippensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chambersburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Shippensburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lurgan, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Triangle Tech-Chambersburg
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College | 12.4 mi away | 1669 Opportunity Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-7834 |
41235910007901
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SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 73 W KING ST, SHIPPENSBURG, PA, 17257 |
(717) 532-4508
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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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College | 13.3 mi away | 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, 17257-2299 |
7174777447
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COYLE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 102 NORTH MAIN STREET, CHAMBERSBURG, PA, 17201 |
(717) 263-1054
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Wilson College
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1015 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, PA, 17201-1285 |
7172644141
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF WESTERN PERRY COUNTY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 104 E. MAIN ST., BLAIN, PA, 17006 |
(717) 536-3761
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Franklin County Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 18.5 mi away | 2463 Loop Road, Chambersburg, PA, 17202 |
7172635667
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ST. THOMAS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 30 SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD, ST. THOMAS, PA, 17252 |
(717) 369-4716
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
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College | 24.3 mi away | 1 Campus Drive, Mont Alto, PA, 17237-9700 |
7177496000
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HUSTONTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 313 EAST PITT STREET, SUITE B, HUSTONTOWN, PA, 17229 |
(717) 987-3606
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SHIPPENSBURG, PA US, located 13.3 miles from Fannett township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 22.1° | 30.2° | 3.17" | 9.8" |
| February | 42.0° | 23.8° | 32.9° | 2.66" | 10.3" |
| March | 51.4° | 30.7° | 41.0° | 3.70" | 6.7" |
| April | 64.2° | 40.8° | 52.5° | 3.64" | 0.4" |
| May | 74.2° | 50.7° | 62.5° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 59.6° | 71.3° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 64.0° | 75.7° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.3° | 62.1° | 73.7° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.7° | 54.7° | 66.2° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.8° | 43.7° | 54.8° | 3.33" | 0.2" |
| November | 53.4° | 34.0° | 43.7° | 2.98" | 0.8" |
| December | 42.3° | 26.6° | 34.5° | 3.36" | 5.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shade Gap borough | Borough | 7.1 mi | — |
| Newburg borough | Borough | 9.6 mi | — |
| Orrstown borough | Borough | 9.7 mi | — |
| Orbisonia borough | Borough | 10.1 mi | — |
| Rockhill borough | Borough | 10.3 mi | — |
| Burnt Cabins CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4205525176. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.