Population473,197 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Historic Civic Life Above a River Border
York County, PennsylvaniaYork County combines the city of York and surrounding communities with a hilly agricultural landscape. The Susquehanna River marks the eastern boundary, and the Mason–Dixon line separates the county from Maryland. The adoption of the Articles of Confederation in York connects its local story with national history. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 473,197 residents in York County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025.
York County at a Glance
Population473,197 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatYork
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)York city
Established1749
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Total Area, Including Water910.738 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
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York County
York County was created from Lancaster County in 1749, with York serving as its county seat. The adoption of the Articles of Confederation there in 1777 connects local history with the development of the United States. The county’s broader setting includes agricultural land, the Susquehanna River boundary, and the Mason–Dixon line. These geographic and civic connections place its national historical role within a larger landscape of boroughs, townships, and rural communities.
York and the surrounding county communities provide several ways to explore south-central Pennsylvania. The Susquehanna forms the eastern boundary, while the southern edge meets Maryland at the Mason–Dixon line. Hilly Piedmont terrain and agricultural areas add a setting beyond the principal city. A plan that includes both a town center and another part of the county helps connect national-history themes with the everyday geography of local communities.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
York County combines the city of York and surrounding communities with a hilly agricultural landscape. The Susquehanna River marks the eastern boundary, and the Mason–Dixon line separates the county from Maryland.
Community History
The adoption of the Articles of Confederation there in 1777 connects local history with the development of the United States.
Around the County
York and the surrounding county communities provide several ways to explore south-central Pennsylvania. The Susquehanna forms the eastern boundary, while the southern edge meets Maryland at the Mason–Dixon line.
National history connects with the county’s everyday community landscape.
A Closer Look
York County
Places and perspectives from York County
York County Wire
York County & Pennsylvania News
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Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Around York County
Stories from every corner of York County.
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Erie gunman who killed family controlled their movements, finances: police
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Rep. Perry’s Trump ties targeted by Dems in closely watched Pa. swing district race
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Reading could pull up to $24M from reserves to balance its next 2 budgets
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Hayshire El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-03. 2801 Hayshire Dr, York, PA 17406. 717-846-6789.
Crispus Attucks CS – High; grades 12-12. 605 S Duke Street, York, PA 17401. 717-848-3610.
Dallastown El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-03. 105 South Charles Street, Dallastown, PA 17313. 717-244-3785.
Dover Area El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 109 E Canal St, Dover, PA 17315. 717-292-8068.
Canadochly El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 100 Abels Rd, East Prospect, PA 17317. 717-252-3674.
Clearview El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-04. 801 Randolph St, Hanover, PA 17331. 717-637-9000.
Lincoln CS – Elementary; grades KG-08. 559 W King Street, York, PA 17401. 717-699-1573.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Upmc Hanover – Acute Care Hospitals. 300 Highland Ave, Hanover, PA 17331. 717-637-3711.
Oss Orthopaedic Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 1861 Powder Mill Rd, York, PA 17402. 717-718-2000.
Upmc Memorial – Acute Care Hospitals. 1701 Innovation Drive, York, PA 17408. 717-843-8623.
Wellspan Surgery And Rehabilitation Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 55 Monument Road, York, PA 17403. 717-812-6100.
Wellspan York Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 1001 South George Street, York, PA 17403. 717-851-2345.
Public Safety
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Emergency Services
State Parks
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Dillsburg Area Public Library – 204 Mumper Ln, Dillsburg, PA 17019. 717-432-5613.
Guthrie Memorial Library – Hanover'S Public L – 2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331. 717-632-5183.
Kaltreider-Benfer Library – 147 S Charles St, Red Lion, PA 17356. 717-244-2032.
Southern York County Library – 80 Constitution Ave, Shrewsbury, PA 17361. 717-235-4313.
Mason Dixon Public Library – 250 Bailey Drive, Stewartstown, PA 17363. 717-993-2404.
Collinsville Community Library – 2632 Delta Road, Brogue, PA 17309. 717-927-9014.
Dover Area Community Library – 3700-3 Davidsburg Road, Dover, PA 17315. 717-292-6814.
Courts
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
DMV
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Pennsylvania — Title and Registration
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Transportation
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your York County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
York County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
No. Stay on the designated trail and off the adjacent railway tracks. A Northern Central Railway excursion from New Freedom is a separate ticketed activity; sharing a corridor does not make the tracks part of the walking route.
Northern Central Railway of York: Choose a scheduled excursion from New Freedom; tickets and themed trips vary by date. Richard M. Nixon County Park: Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus.
Richard M. Nixon County Park: Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus. Heritage Rail Trail County Park: Walk or cycle a chosen section of the trail; stay off the adjacent active railway tracks.
Richard M. Nixon County Park: Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus. Heritage Rail Trail County Park: Walk or cycle a chosen section of the trail; stay off the adjacent active railway tracks. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
Table 1837 at Glen Rock Mill Inn: Plan a sit-down meal in a historic mill setting in Glen Rock. John Wright Restaurant: Consider a meal overlooking the Susquehanna River in Wrightsville.
Central Market York: Browse food and specialty vendors on scheduled market days. Bound Books: Browse an independent bookstore in York and check its event calendar.
My Girlfriend's Wardrobe: Browse women's consignment clothing at the South Queen Street location in the York area.
York County combines the city of York and surrounding communities with a hilly agricultural landscape. The Susquehanna River marks the eastern boundary, and the Mason–Dixon line separates the county from Maryland. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Dillsburg Area Public Library – 204 Mumper Ln, Dillsburg, PA 17019. 717-432-5613. Guthrie Memorial Library – Hanover'S Public L – 2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331. 717-632-5183. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Hayshire El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-03. 2801 Hayshire Dr, York, PA 17406. 717-846-6789. Crispus Attucks CS – High; grades 12-12. 605 S Duke Street, York, PA 17401. 717-848-3610. These are selected contacts from the supplied school directory. Contact the school or district to confirm attendance boundaries and enrollment; a nearby school is not necessarily the assigned school.
York is the county seat recorded in the supplied York County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in York County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Northern Central Railway of York — Choose a scheduled excursion from New Freedom; tickets and themed trips vary by date.
- Richard M. Nixon County Park — Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus.
Restaurants
- Table 1837 at Glen Rock Mill Inn — Plan a sit-down meal in a historic mill setting in Glen Rock.
- John Wright Restaurant — Consider a meal overlooking the Susquehanna River in Wrightsville.
Shopping & Retail
- Central Market York — Browse food and specialty vendors on scheduled market days.
- Bound Books — Browse an independent bookstore in York and check its event calendar.
Clothing & Boutiques
- My Girlfriend's Wardrobe — Browse women's consignment clothing at the South Queen Street location in the York area.
Outdoor Fun
- Richard M. Nixon County Park — Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus.
- Heritage Rail Trail County Park — Walk or cycle a chosen section of the trail; stay off the adjacent active railway tracks.
Free Things to Do
- Richard M. Nixon County Park — Explore nature trails and check environmental-center programs near Jacobus.
- Heritage Rail Trail County Park — Walk or cycle a chosen section of the trail; stay off the adjacent active railway tracks.
Businesses in This County Guide
More York County Questions
How could I build a short York County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Northern Central Railway of York, a meal at Table 1837 at Glen Rock Mill Inn, and a browse at Central Market York. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a York County day trip inexpensive?
Start with Richard M. Nixon County Park and Heritage Rail Trail County Park and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting Richard M. Nixon County Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Richard M. Nixon County Park, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to My Girlfriend's Wardrobe?
Use My Girlfriend's Wardrobe to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this York County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Rivers Truck Center. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
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