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Carlisle, PA

Looking to move to Carlisle, PA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Carlisle, PA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Carlisle, PA has a population of 20926. What about cost of living in Carlisle, PA? The median income in Carlisle, PA is $56,279 and the median home value is $228,695.

Read on to learn more about Carlisle, PA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Carlisle, PA

Average Temperatures

63 high / 41 low

Average Annual Rainfall

44 in

Average Annual Snowfall

35 in

Quick Facts about Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Median Home Value
$228,695
Median Property Tax
$2,433
Total Population
20,926
Average Commute
15 min
Median Household Income
$56,279
Median Monthly Rent
$899

Map of Carlisle, PA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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