What are the schools like in Duncannon, PA?

Duncannon is served primarily by Susquenita SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Duncannon?

The median household income in Duncannon, PA is $52,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.6%.

What is the weather like in Duncannon, PA?

Duncannon has an average high temperature of 36.6°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Duncannon, PA affordable or expensive?

Duncannon's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Duncannon is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $131,100 and the median rent is $714 per month.

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

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

Is Duncannon, PA a Good Place to Live?

Duncannon is a small town of 1,361 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $52,500 and a 5.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Duncannon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Duncannon 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: 96.5

Duncannon's overall cost of living index is 96.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Duncannon costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Duncannon, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$131,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$714	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	50.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Duncannon is served primarily by Susquenita SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Duncannon, PA	National Avg
School District	Susquenita SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Duncannon sees average highs of 36.6°F in January and 85.2°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 23.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Duncannon, PA
Average High — January	36.6°F
Average High — July	85.2°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	23.9"

Demographics

Metric	Duncannon, PA	National Avg
Population	1,361	—
Median Age	45.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.3%	6.3%
Under 18	14.8%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Duncannon

Duncannon, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17020

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duncannon, PA affordable or expensive?

Duncannon's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Duncannon roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $131,100 and median rent is $714/month.

What is the crime rate in Duncannon, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Duncannon?

Public schools in Duncannon are operated by Susquenita SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 12.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Duncannon, PA a good place to live?

Duncannon, PA has a population of 1,361, a median household income of $52,500, and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. 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 Duncannon?

Duncannon averages 36.6°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 23.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Duncannon?

Duncannon, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17020.

What is the population of Duncannon?

The population of Duncannon, Pennsylvania is 1,361 with a median age of 45.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Duncannon?

Key numbers for living in Duncannon: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $131,100, median household income $52,500, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Duncannon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.