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York Township is a township in York County, Pennsylvania, United States. The township is a suburb of The City of York. The population was 29,737 at the 2020 census.

York County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 456,438. Its county seat is York. The county was created on August 19, 1749, from part of Lancaster County and named either after the Duke of York, an early patron of the Penn family, or for the city and county of York in England. The county is part of the South Central region of the state.

York County comprises the York-Hanover, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Harrisburg-York-Lebanon, Pennsylvania combined statistical area. It is in the Susquehanna Valley, a large fertile agricultural region in South Central Pennsylvania.

Based on the Articles of Confederation having been adopted in York by the Second Continental Congress on November 15, 1777, the local government and business community began referring to York in the 1960s as the first capital of the United States of America. The designation has been debated by historians ever since. Congress considered York and the borough of Wrightsville on the eastern side of York County along the Susquehanna River as the nation's permanent capital before Washington, D.C. was selected.

York County is home to Martin's Potato Chips in Thomasville; Utz Quality Foods, Inc., Snyder's of Hanover, and Hanover Foods in Hanover; Gibble's Potato Chips, and Wolfgang Candy in York; the Emigsville Band in Emigsville; a major manufacturing branch of Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the York International brand of refrigeration/HVAC equipment, and York Barbell. York was the home of The Bon-Ton from 1898 to 2018, and Dentsply Sirona until 2019.

York Township was formed in 1753 when very few settlers lived in the area. Most of these lived in the southeastern section, most of which subsequently seceded into the boroughs of Dallastown, Red Lion, and Yoe. The township remained mostly rural until after World War II. Today, York Township is still partially rural but is predominantly suburban as the most populous suburb of York.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 25.8 square miles (67 km²), of which 25.5 square miles (66 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²), or 1.24%, is water.

York Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. WellSpan York Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. PA Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Begin your journey at The Spa at The Hotel Hershey, renowned for its luxurious treatments and serene environment. For fitness enthusiasts, Spooky Nook Sports provides state-of-the-art facilities and a wide range of sports activities. Outdoor lovers will enjoy the scenic trails and yoga sessions at The Lodge at Woodloch Spa. Enhance your relaxation with a visit to the Heartwood Spa, known for its therapeutic massages. Additionally, the historical ambiance of Yorktown Battlefield offers a peaceful setting for mindful walks and reflection.

Top sites in York Township, PA include  York County History Center, Samuel S Lewis State Park, and Rocky Ridge Park.

Population: 29,737 (2020). Elevation: 505 feet (154 meters). Area: 24.7 square miles (64 square kilometers). ZIP Code: 17405. Area code: 717. 

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What is the history of York Township, PA?

Comprising an area of 26.4 square miles or 16,883 acres, York Township was formed in 1753 with relatively few settlers at the time. Thirty years later, there were approximately 900 people in the Township, most of them living in the southeast sections. These more densely settled portions were incorporated into the boroughs of Dallastown in 1867, Red Lion in 1880, and Yoe in 1893.

Is York Township, PA a good place to live?

York Township is in York County. Living in York Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In York Township there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in York Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in York Township are highly rated.

What county is York Township, PA?

York Township is a township in York County, Pennsylvania, United States. The township is a suburb of The City of York. The population was 29,737 at the 2020 census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 25.8 square miles (67 km²), of which 25.5 square miles (66 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²), or 1.24%, is water.

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Wikipedia

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York County History Center

Samuel S Lewis State Park

Rocky Ridge Park

WellSpan York Hospital

PA Fitness

The Spa at The Hotel Hershey

Spooky Nook Sports

The Lodge at Woodloch Spa

Heartwood Spa

Yorktown Battlefield

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