Dauphin

A quiet river borough nestled between Peters Mountain and the Susquehanna.

Discover Dauphin, PA

Scenic Setting, Small-Town Feel, Gateway to the Harrisburg North

The borough of Dauphin sits at the northern edge of the Capital Area, tucked between Peters Mountain and the western bank of the Susquehanna River along Route 322. It is a small, quiet community with an unmistakable sense of place -- the kind of river borough where people know their neighbors and the scenery does most of the talking. Detweiler Park, the Dauphin County park situated within the borough, provides riverfront green space and outdoor recreation right at residents' doorsteps. For buyers seeking a peaceful, scenic setting with reasonable access to Harrisburg and the broader region, Dauphin borough offers a character that is genuinely hard to replicate.

Overview for Dauphin, PA

3,745 people live in Dauphin, where the median age is 55.8 and the average individual income is $47,990. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,745

Total Population

55.8 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$47,990

Average individual Income

Around Dauphin, PA

There's plenty to do around Dauphin, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Red Raven Surf And Turf, SonLight Bakery and Cafe, and Salon Indigo.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.15 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.68 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.83 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.87 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

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