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Guilford, PA

Guilford is a census-designated place (CDP) in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 2,923 at the 2020 census.

Franklin County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 155,932. Its county seat is Chambersburg.

Franklin County comprises the Chambersburg–Waynesboro, PA metropolitan statistical area, which is also included in the Washington–Baltimore combined statistical area. The county is part of the South Central Pennsylvania region of the state.

Guilford is located in eastern Franklin County at 39°55′10″N 77°35′54″W (39.919506, -77.598262). It is primarily in Guilford Township, but a portion extends north into Greene Township. The area is also known as Guilford Hills.

U.S. Route 30 passes through the community, leading east 2 miles (3 km) to Fayetteville and west 4 miles (6 km) to Chambersburg, the county seat.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2), all land.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $60,594, and the median income for a family was $62,978. Males had a median income of $44,583 versus $32,132 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $28,723. None of the families and 2.0% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 7.3% of those over 64.

Guilford places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with access to wellness facilities such as Guilford Holistic Health, specializing in alternative and complementary medicine, this center provides services such as chiropractic care, herbal medicine, energy healing, and meditation classes. WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. PA Fitness Club provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Check out CENTER Yoga + Wellness for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. The Chambersburg Memorial YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. Studio G Dance Center offers dance classes that promote physical fitness. Madeira Chiropractic & Rehabilitation offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain.

Top sites in Guilford, PA include Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Jennie Wade House, and Caledonia State Park.

Population: 3,955 (2022). Area: 1.55 sq mi (4.01 km2). Elevation: 714 feet (218 meters). ZIP Code: 17203. Area Code: 717. 

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What county is Guilford, PA?

Guilford is a census-designated place (CDP) in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 2,923 at the 2020 census. Guilford is located in eastern Franklin County at 39°55′10″N 77°35′54″W (39.919506, -77.598262). It is primarily in Guilford Township, but a portion extends north into Greene Township. The area is also known as Guilford Hills.

What are the demographics of Guilford, PA?

Guilford, PA is home to a population of 3.96k people, of which 94.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 7.66% of Guilford, PA residents were born outside of the country (303 people). In 2022, there were 18.9 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (3.38k people) in Guilford, PA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 179 Asian (non-Hispanic) and 163 Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Guilford Township, PA? 

Guilford Township was originally known as Township Number 14, Range 14W of the Connecticut Western Reserve, and was one of the first townships organized after the creation of the county in 1818. Guilford Township was organized in 1819, one year following our adjoining township – Wadsworth, to the East and one year before our adjoining townships – Montville and Westfield, to the North and West.

Sources

Franklin County

Wikipedia

Data USA

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Jennie Wade House

Caledonia State Park

Guilford Holistic Health

WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital

PA Fitness Club

CENTER Yoga + Wellness

Chambersburg Memorial YMCA

Studio G Dance Center

Madeira Chiropractic & Rehabilitation

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