South Central Pennsylvania
Hanover, Pennsylvania
Borough
A south-central borough with an industrial base
Hanover is a borough in southwestern York County about 20 miles southwest of York. It has a compact downtown around Center Square and a diversified manufacturing base, and it sits close to the Maryland line and Gettysburg.
History & Local Character
Laid out in 1763 and named for Hanover, Germany, the borough grew with the arrival of the railroad and industries including furniture, shoes and later snacks and pretzels.
Housing & Real Estate
Hanover offers older singles, twins and rowhouses at affordable prices, with subdivisions in surrounding Penn and Heidelberg townships.
Restaurants & Shopping
Center Square and Carlisle Street host diners, pizzerias and family restaurants, with several longstanding local businesses.
Schools & Education
Hanover Public School District serves the borough.
Parks & Recreation
Wirt Park, Moul Field and nearby Codorus State Park provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 30, Route 94 and Route 116 serve the borough, with Rabbit Transit bus service to York.
Local Businesses
Manufacturers, food producers and downtown retailers make up the local economy, supported by tourism near Gettysburg.
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Nearby Attractions
- Codorus State Park
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Wirt Park
- Hanover Junction
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable housing
- Manufacturing employment
- Access to Codorus State Park
- Close to Gettysburg and Maryland
Considerations
- Limited transit
- Some downtown vacancies
- Route 30 traffic
Frequently Asked Questions
What county is Hanover in?
Hanover is a borough in York County, Pennsylvania, near the Maryland border.
How close is Codorus State Park?
Codorus State Park is roughly a 15-minute drive east of Hanover.