What are the schools like in Cashtown, PA?

Cashtown is served primarily by Gettysburg Area SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in Cashtown?

The median household income in Cashtown, PA is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cashtown, PA?

Cashtown has an average high temperature of 37.3°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.0 inches.

Cashtown, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Cashtown, PA affordable or expensive?

Cashtown's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cashtown is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $194,700 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cashtown, PA?

Crime rate data for Cashtown is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Cashtown, PA a Good Place to Live?

Cashtown is a small town of 283 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of N/A . Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Cashtown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cashtown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cashtown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.7

Cashtown's overall cost of living index is 92.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cashtown costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cashtown, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$194,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Cashtown is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Cashtown is served primarily by Gettysburg Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cashtown, PA	National Avg
School District	Gettysburg Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cashtown sees average highs of 37.3°F in January and 85.1°F in July, with 46.4 inches of annual precipitation and 27.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cashtown, PA
Average High — January	37.3°F
Average High — July	85.1°F
Annual Precipitation	46.4"
Annual Snowfall	27.0"

Demographics

Metric	Cashtown, PA	National Avg
Population	283	—
Median Age	50.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	8.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

McKnightstown, PA 1 mi Orrtanna, PA 3 mi Arendtsville, PA 4 mi Biglerville, PA 6 mi Fairfield, PA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Cashtown

Cashtown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17353

Cashtown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cashtown, PA affordable or expensive?

Cashtown's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cashtown roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $194,700 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Cashtown, PA?

Crime data for Cashtown is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Cashtown?

Public schools in Cashtown are operated by Gettysburg Area SD. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 5.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cashtown, PA a good place to live?

Cashtown, PA has a population of 283, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Cashtown?

Cashtown averages 37.3°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.4 inches with about 27.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cashtown?

Cashtown, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17353.

What is the population of Cashtown?

The population of Cashtown, Pennsylvania is 283 with a median age of 50.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cashtown?

Key numbers for living in Cashtown: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $194,700, median household income N/A, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cashtown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.