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West Hempfield, PA

West Hempfield Township is a township in west central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 17,061 at the 2020 census.

The Chickies Historic District, Forry's Mill Covered Bridge, and Siegrist's Mill Covered Bridge are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 20.9 square miles (54.2 km2), of which 18.8 square miles (48.8 km2) are land and 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2), or 9.89%, is water, consisting mainly of the Susquehanna River. Although the borough of Columbia lies on the Susquehanna, it does not claim any of the river, as it is West Hempfield Township's territory.

The township is between the cities of Lancaster and York on U.S. Route 30, allowing for a mix of suburban and farm living. It is bordered by the boroughs of Mountville and of Columbia to the southeast and southwest, respectively. Unincorporated communities in the township include Farmdale, Silver Spring, Oyster Point, Bruckarts Station, Hempfield, Chestnut Hill, Ironville, Cordelia, Kinderhook, Klinesville, and part of Salunga.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,526, and the median income for a family was $54,783. Males had a median income of $40,214 versus $25,311 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,141. About 3.9% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

The township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Lancaster General Health and AHN Hempfield Neighborhood Hospital offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. For yoga enthusiasts, West End Yoga Studio offers a variety of classes to suit all levels. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Mt. Hempfield Chiropractic offers chiropractic care to improve physical health and relieve pain. For family-friendly activities, West Chester Area YMCA offers programs and facilities catering to all ages, including swimming and sports.

Top sites in West Hempfield, PA are Lake Grubb Nature Park, Chiques Rock County Park, and Lancaster Science Factory.

Population: 17,100 (2023). ZIP code: 17605. Area code: 717. Elevation: 371 feet (113 meters). Area: 21.03 sq mi (54.47 km2).

FAQs

How did West Hempfield, PA get its name?

Hempfield Township in Lancaster County derived its name from the production of hemp. In 1818 Lancaster County divided Hempfield Township into East and West Hempfield. The settlers from Lancaster County that came to this area gave the same name to our Township where some of the early settlers had resided. Agriculture was the base for the settlers in the early days. The Township was known for the stills and distilleries where farmers refined the substantial grain output.

What are the demographics of West Hempfield, PA?

With 17,155 people, West Hempfield is the 131st most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest West Hempfield racial/ethnic groups are White (81.0%) followed by Hispanic (10.9%) and Asian (3.0%). In 2022, the median household income of West Hempfield households was $95,759. West Hempfield households made slightly more than South Whitehall households ($95,751) and Dallas township households ($95,578) . However, 1.7% of West Hempfield families live in poverty.

Is West Hempfield, PA a good place to live?

West Hempfield Township is in Lancaster County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in West Hempfield Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In West Hempfield Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in West Hempfield Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in West Hempfield Township are highly rated.

Sources

Township of West Hempfield

Wikipedia

Niche

Pennsylvania Demographics

Lake Grubb Nature Park

Chiques Rock County Park

Lancaster Science Factory

Lancaster General Health

AHN Hempfield Neighborhood Hospital

West End Yoga Studio

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Mt. Hempfield Chiropractic

West Chester Area YMCA

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