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North Middleton Township is a township in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 12,039 at the 2020 census. The township manager is John M. Epley.

The township is in north-central Cumberland County, bordered by Perry County to the north and the borough of Carlisle, the Cumberland County seat, to the south. The Perry County line follows the crest of Blue Mountain. Conodoguinet Creek, a tributary of the Susquehanna River, crosses the southern part of the township just north of Carlisle, making several large bends. The Pennsylvania Turnpike (Interstate 76) crosses the township between the creek and Carlisle, with the closest access being in Middlesex Township to the east. 

Half of the Carlisle Fairgrounds and most of the Carlisle Barracks, containing the U.S. Army War College, are located in the township adjacent to Carlisle borough. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 23.5 square miles (60.9 km2), of which 23.2 square miles (60.1 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.9 km2), or 1.43%, is water.

When Cumberland County was founded in 1750, it originally consisted of three townships: East and West Pennsborough Townships, and Middleton Township. In 1810, due to population increase, Middleton Township was divided into North Middleton Township to the north of Carlisle, and South Middleton Township to the south. In the mid-18th century, the area that is now the township was inhabited primarily by Scotch Irish settlers who were granted land patents in that region by the family of William Penn, the proprietors of Pennsylvania at the time. The rapid settlement of this area at that time was the result of the Penns' plan to keep the Scotch Irish who were viewed as rowdy and unsophisticated out of the more refined Lancaster and York counties to the southeast. Thus, by the late 1700s, the population west of the Susquehanna River was composed almost exclusively of Scotch-Irish settlers.

As was common in most areas in the Cumberland Valley at that time, most early settlers of North Middleton Township were farmers by trade, and perhaps the area's most lasting legacy was the great quantity and quality of barns built there. The majority of these barns exhibited a style that came to be known as the Pennsylvania barn. Many of these barns were built during the late 1800s, but a fair number still exist in the township today. According to a township publication from 1976, there were 78 barns still standing in the area, and although this number has dwindled since that time, there are still several dozen barns in the township today, and agriculture remains a substantial sector in the region's economy.

North Middleton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Carlisle Regional Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in the region, offering a wide range of medical services and specialties to residents. PA Fitness Clubs provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Penn State Health Medical Group - Middletown provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Check out Simply Yoga and Fitness for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress.  The Carlisle Family YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. Two Roads CrossFit Village Berwyn is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Middleton Chiropractic offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain.

Top Sites in North Middleton, PA are Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, Appalachian Trail Museum, Adventure Park

Population: 12,039 (2020). ZIP Code: 17013. Area code: 717. Area: 23.53 sq mi (60.94 km2). Elevation: 515 ft.

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What are the demographics of North Middleton, PA?

With 12,583 people, North Middleton is the 199th most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest North Middleton racial/ethnic groups are White (83.0%) followed by Black (9.1%) and Hispanic (3.6%). In 2022, the median household income of North Middleton households was $84,069. North Middleton households made slightly more than Landingville households ($84,063) and East Allen households ($84,020). However, 7.1% of North Middleton families live in poverty.

Is North Middleton, PA a good place to live?

North Middleton Township is in Cumberland County and is one of Pennsylvania's best places to live. Living in North Middleton Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In North Middleton Township there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in North Middleton Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in North Middleton Township are above average.

What is the history of North Middleton, PA?

When Cumberland County was founded in 1750, it originally consisted of three townships: East and West Pennsborough Townships, and Middleton Township. In 1810, due to population increase, Middleton Township was divided into North Middleton Township to the north of Carlisle, and South Middleton Township to the south. In the mid-18th century, the area that is now the township was inhabited primarily by Scotch Irish settlers who were granted land patents in that region by the family of William Penn, the proprietors of Pennsylvania at the time.

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North Middleton Township

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Pennsylvania Demographics

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

Appalachian Trail Museum

Adventure Park

Carlisle Regional Medical Center

PA Fitness Clubs

Penn State Health Medical Group - Middletown

Simply Yoga and Fitness

Carlisle Family YMCA

Two Roads CrossFit

Middleton Chiropractic

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