Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro Area, PA Rankings


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The Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA Metro Area has been ranked highly for many of its features. According to BestPlaces, the area is ranked 35th in terms of Cost of Living Index, meaning the cost of everyday items and services is more affordable than most places in the United States. In addition, Harrisburg-Carlisle has a high ranking when it comes to Safety, with an index score of 66 on a scale of 0 to 100. The region is also well known for its Housing Market Index (67), which reflects how easy it is to purchase or rent a home. Overall, these rankings demonstrate that Harrisburg-Carlisle is an affordable place to live that offers a high level of safety and accessibility.

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