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York, PA Utility & Living Guide

York is a city in York County, Pennsylvania, United States, and its county seat. Located in South Central Pennsylvania, the city's population was 44,800 at the time of the 2020 census, making it the tenth-most populous city in Pennsylvania. The city has an urban area population of 238,549 and has a

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Total Utilities$305/mo

1BR Rent$1200/mo

Sales Tax7.5%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score6/10

Median Home$320,000

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🏠 Housing

📊 Cost of Living

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Met-Ed

🔥 Gas

$50/mo

UGI Utilities

💧 Water

$45/mo

York Water Company

🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

York City Bureau of Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2100/mo
Median Home Price	$320,000
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1000

The housing market in York is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	7.5%
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat state income tax rate of 3.07%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

6/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

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Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics

Top Local Concerns

Affordable housing, public safety, infrastructure

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited but stroller-friendly where available. Sidewalks are common in residential areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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York County Heritage Rail Trail
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York Children's Museum
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Rocky Ridge Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Spring Garden Township and West York are popular for families due to good schools and parks. Housing is more affordable compared to nearby areas.

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Residents must obtain permits for home renovations and adhere to local zoning laws.

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📊 York — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income

$39,764

👤 Median Age

33.2

🏠 Homeownership Rate

42.6%

🔑 Renter Rate

57.4%

📉 Poverty Rate

28.7%

💼 Unemployment Rate

11.6%

📡 Internet Access

81.4%

🎓 College Educated

14.5%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs peak in winter due to heating needs and summer due to air conditioning. Spring and fall typically see lower utility bills.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by municipality, with York City having higher rates. Some areas have local surtaxes for schools.