Moving to Annville, Pennsylvania

The current estimated population of Annville, Pennsylvania, is 4,790, with approximately 48% male and 52% female. The population has grown slightly in recent years due to suburban development and its proximity to larger cities.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1763
  • County Affiliated: Lebanon County
  • Land Area: 1.6 square miles
  • Population Density: 2,993 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 717
  • Zip Codes: 17003

Geography and Location

Annville, Pennsylvania, is located in south-central Pennsylvania, within Lebanon County. It is situated about 20 miles east of Harrisburg, the state capital, and lies along the banks of the Quittapahilla Creek. The town is part of the larger Lebanon Valley region, known for its rolling hills, farmland, and small-town charm. Annville experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the northeastern U.S. The town’s proximity to major highways such as U.S. Route 422 and Interstate 81 makes it a convenient suburban area for commuters working in Harrisburg and other nearby cities. Lebanon Valley College, a small liberal arts college, is located in Annville, adding to the town’s cultural and educational appeal. The surrounding region offers access to outdoor recreational areas, including Swatara State Park and the nearby Appalachian Trail, making Annville an attractive place for both residents and visitors seeking a balance between suburban living and natural beauty.

Demographics

Median resident age: 27.5 years
Median household income: $37,415
Median house value: $91,000

Population by Race

Races in Annville:

  • White Non-Hispanic (94.4%)
  • Hispanic (1.8%)
  • Two or more races (1.2%)
  • Black (1.1%)
  • Other race (1.0%)
  • Other Asian (0.8%)

Ancestries: German (42.4%), Irish (14.2%), Italian (8.2%), United States (6.5%), English (6.5%), Polish (2.7%).

Elevation: 420 feet

Land area: 1.6 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Annville

  • High school or higher: 79.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.8%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 8.5%
  • Unemployed: 10.9%
  • Mean travel time to work: 20.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Annville CDP

  • Never married: 32.7%
  • Now married: 52.4%
  • Separated: 1.2%
  • Widowed: 5.1%
  • Divorced: 8.6%

1.8% Foreign born

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Annville:

  • GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL (about 7 miles; LEBANON, PA)
  • PHILHAVEN HOSP (about 7 miles; MT GRETNA, PA)
  • MILTON S HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER,THE (about 10 miles; HERSHEY, PA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Annville:

  • HARRISBURG INTERNATIONAL (about 20 miles; HARRISBURG, PA; Abbreviation: MDT)
  • LANCASTER (about 22 miles; LANCASTER, PA; Abbreviation: LNS)
  • READING REGIONAL/CARL A SPAATZ FIELD (about 39 miles; READING, PA; Abbreviation: RDG)

Other public-use airports nearest to Annville:

Amtrak stations near Annville:

  • 15 miles: ELIZABETHTOWN (WILSON AVE.). Services: public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.
  • 16 miles: MOUNT JOY (DELTA & HENRY STS.). Services: public payphones, free short-term parking, call for taxi service, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Annville:

  • LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE (Full-time enrollment: 1,681; Location: 101 N COLLEGE AVE; Private, not-for-profit; Website: www.lvc.edu; Offers Master’s degree)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Annville:

  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY-PENN ST HARRISBURG (about 18 miles; MIDDLETOWN, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,064)
  • YORK COLLEGE PENNSYLVANIA (about 23 miles; YORK, PA; Full-time enrollment: 4,541)
  • MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (about 26 miles; MILLERSVILLE, PA; Full-time enrollment: 6,384)
  • HARRISBURG AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE-HARRISBURG (about 26 miles; HARRISBURG, PA; Full-time enrollment: 4,653)
  • MESSIAH COLLEGE (about 36 miles; GRANTHAM, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,761)
  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY-PENN STATE BERKS (about 38 miles; READING, PA; Full-time enrollment: 2,003)
  • BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (about 48 miles; BLOOMSBURG, PA; Full-time enrollment: 6,880)

Schools

Public high school in Annville:

  • ANNVILLE CLEONA JSHS (Students: 790; Grades: 07 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Annville:

  • ANNVILLE EL SCH (Students: 419; Grades: 04 – 06)
  • EAST HANOVER EL SCH (Students: 235; Grades: KG – 06)
  • NORTH ANNVILLE EL SCH (Students: 228; Grades: 02 – 03)

Libraries

Library in Annville:

  • ANNVILLE FREE LIBRARY (Operating income: $184,202; Location: 216 E MAIN ST; 38,238 books; 562 audio materials; 1,233 video materials; 75 serial subscriptions)