Hershey, PA Rankings


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Hershey, PA is a great place to live with a variety of things to do and enjoyable amenities. According to the rankings on BestPlaces, Hershey has an overall livability score of 61 out of 100, which puts it in the top 33% of cities in the United States. The city's crime rate is low compared to the national average and its public schools are rated above average compared to other states. The cost of living is also relatively low for Pennsylvania, making it a great option for families and individuals alike. Additionally, Hershey boasts beautiful natural scenery with plenty of outdoor activities to choose from such as hiking and biking trails. All these factors combined make Hershey a desirable place to live for many people.

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Lived her most of my life, with a few years in locations close by. If moving to Central PA, Hershey is by far the best. It is a cute town where you will feel extremely  More

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Over 16 years ago

We moved to Hershey, PA 2 years ago and fell in love with it. It is a quaint town that hosts various community activities throughout the year. The schools are among  More

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Over 18 years ago

We live right next door to Hersheypark and there are many recreational programs within the city for  More

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