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Rapho, PA

Rapho Township is a township that is located in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 12,058 at the time of the 2020 census.

This township was named after Raphoe, County Donegal, Ireland. The Kauffman's Distillery Covered Bridge, Mount Hope Estate, Forry's Mill Covered Bridge, and Siegrist's Mill Covered Bridge are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Unincorporated communities in the township include Mastersonville, Union Square, Old Line, Naumanstown, Sporting Hill, and Newtown.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 47.5 square miles (123.1 km2), all land. Unincorporated communities in the township include Mastersonville, Union Square, Old Line, Naumanstown, Sporting Hill, and Newtown.

As of the census of 2000, there were 8,578 people, 3,075 households, and 2,398 families living in the township. The population density was 180.5 inhabitants per square mile (69.7/km2). There were 3,185 housing units at an average density of 67.0 units per square mile (25.9 units/km2).

The median income for a household in the township was $50,063, and the median income for a family was $55,625. Males had a median income of $36,935 compared with $25,402 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,412. Approximately 3.0% of families and 4.1% of the population were living below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those who were under the age of eighteen and 6.4% of those who were aged sixty-five or older.

Health and wellness are paramount in Rapho, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Lancaster General Hospital stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Rapho Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Mount Joy Fitness and Spooky Nook Sports. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Rapho, such as the Rapho Township Loop and Rapho Township Community Park Trail Bagging. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Rapho, PA are Laserdome, Lincoln Memorial, and Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park. 

Population: 12,058 (2020). ZIP Code: 17545. Area code: 717. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Area: 47.78 sq mi (123.74 km2).

FAQs

What is the history of Rapho Township, PA?

Rapho Township was organized as a political entity in 1741 when it was separated from Donegal Township, one of the seventeen original townships of Lancaster County formed in 1729. The name Rapho was derived from a parish of the same name in Donegal, Ireland. (The town of Raphoe in Ireland is the ecclesiastical center of the county of Donegal. The Roman Catholic Bishop of Raphoe is practically Bishop of Donegal, and the Episcopal Bishop of Raphoe is also Bishop of Derry.) 

Is Rapho, PA, a good place to live?

Living in Rapho Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Rapho Township there are a lot of parks. Many retirees live in Rapho Township and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Rapho Township are above average.

What is the poverty rate in Rapho, PA?

In 2022, the median household income of Rapho households was $89,054. Rapho households made slightly more than Scott Township households ($89,032) and Bethel Township households ($88,925). However, 0.8% of Rapho families live in poverty.

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Wikipedia

Rapho Township

Lancaster General Hospital

Lancaster General Hospital 

Rapho Parks and Recreation Department 

Mount Joy Fitness 

Spooky Nook Sports 

Rapho Township Loop 

Rapho Township Community Park Trail Bagging

Laserdome

Lincoln Memorial

Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park

History

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Pennsylvania Demographics

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