Carlisle, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Cumberland County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Carlisle based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
21,335
2023 ACS
Median Income
$59,742
2023
Median Home Value
$212,400
2023
Median Rent
$986
2023
Median Age
34.4
Unemployment
4.1%
Cost of Living Index
101.7
100 = national avg
Carlisle is a city in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 21,335 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Carlisle is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Carlisle is $59,742, and the median home value is $212,400. The cost of living index is 101.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $986 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, and the median age is 34.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
21,335
Male
10,959
51.4%
Female
10,376
48.6%
Median Age
34.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
23.5%
High School or Higher
44.1%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
6.2%
Married
31.2%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.387
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
76.6%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
8.7%
1,856 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
20,246
English Only
89.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
844 speakers
Limited English
4.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.8%
Limited English Proficiency
4.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,315
6.2% of population
Disability Rate
17.6%
231 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$51,571
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,152
87.6%
Female Veterans
163
12.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$51,571
Non-Veteran Income
$33,265
Difference
$18,306
55.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
231
Without Disability
1,084
Disability Rate
17.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
18,758
#1 Ancestry
German
25.5% (5,448)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
15.2% (3,239)
#3 Ancestry
English
9.6% (2,045)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,719
Family Households
4,091
46.9%
Married Couples
2,891
33.2%
Non-Family Households
4,628
53.1%
Single Mother Households
814
9.3%
Single Father Households
386
4.4%
Living Alone
4,172
47.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,799
In Married Couple
2,027
53.4%
With Single Mother
1,445
38.0%
With Single Father
327
8.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$97,264
Married Couple Income
$114,527
Single Mother Income
$22,805
Single Father Income
$62,500
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
1.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
111
Grandparents Responsible
19
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$59,742
-18% vs national
Per Capita Income
$36,547
-2% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.4%
+28% vs national
Gini Index
0.4551
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.1%
-21% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.1%
of households
How Carlisle Compares
Carlisle vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carlisle is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Carlisle, PA has a median household income of $59,742, making it the 16,622nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher median household income than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Carlisle, PA has a per capita income of $36,547, making it the 10,933rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher per capita income than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Carlisle, PA has a poverty rate of 17.4%, making it the 9,009th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher poverty rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Carlisle, PA has a unemployment rate of 4.1%, making it the 14,188th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher unemployment rate than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Carlisle. The median household income here is $59,742.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.1%
-19% vs PA avg
Labor Force
11,787
Employed
11,197
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
23.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.4
Work from Home
10.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
101.7
100 = national avg
+1.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,764
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,806
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,493
per month
The median household income in Carlisle, PA is $59,742, which is 18.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $36,547. The poverty rate of 17.4% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4551, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 11,787. 23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 67.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 101.7, which is 1.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,764 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$270,000
Median List Price
$227,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$168
Days on Market
21
Active Inventory
23
Months of Supply
1.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$320,954
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,339
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
46.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
54.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
13
New Listings
22
Pending Sales
22
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$168
Median List $/SF
$167
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Carlisle, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA metro area, home prices have risen 354.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 94.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 83.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA housing market rather than Carlisle alone.
Metro area: Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Carlisle vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carlisle is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Carlisle, PA has a median home value of $212,400, making it the 11,470th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher median home value than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Carlisle, PA has a median rent of $986, making it the 10,305th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher median rent than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Carlisle, PA has a price per square foot of $168, making it the 10,819th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher price per square foot than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Carlisle, PA has a rent burden of 19.8%, making it the 9,075th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Carlisle has a higher rent burden than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$212,400
Median Rent
$986
Total Housing Units
9,233
Vacancy Rate
5.6%
Owner Occupied
49.1%
Renter Occupied
50.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,362
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,183
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,362
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.58%
of home value
Median Home Value
$212,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,609
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,362) by the median home value ($212,400). In Carlisle, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.58%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Carlisle, PA is $270,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 21 days on the market. 46.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $168. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,339/month. About 49.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1952. There are 9,233 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,362. The effective tax rate is 1.58%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.73
per 1,000 residents
-34% vs national
Property Crime Rate
11.45
per 1,000 residents
-33% vs national
Total Crimes
305
2024
Violent Clearance
65%
cases solved
Property Clearance
53%
cases solved
YoY Change
-8.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Carlisle Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Carlisle vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carlisle is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Carlisle police solve 87% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.22 | 40.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 6 | 0.26 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 5 | 0.22 | 80.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 23 | 0.99 | 87.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 30 | 1.30 | 46.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 224 | 9.68 | 53.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 11 | 0.48 | 63.6% |
Carlisle, PA reported 40 violent crimes and 265 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.73 per 1,000 residents is 33.5% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 65% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 224 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 8.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 | 265 | 1.73 | 11.45 |
| 2023 | 44 | 299 | 1.89 | 12.81 |
| 2022 | 50 | 302 | 2.47 | 14.92 |
| 2021 | 36 | 403 | 1.87 | 20.92 |
| 2020 | 49 | 357 | 2.55 | 18.55 |
| 2018 | 18 | 147 | 0.93 | 7.60 |
| 2017 | 39 | 370 | 2.03 | 19.24 |
| 2016 | 26 | 410 | 1.35 | 21.33 |
| 2015 | 46 | 520 | 2.43 | 27.42 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
86.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
87.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
23.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
96.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
19
Public Assistance
$6.5M
Individual Assistance
$2.6M
Most Common Type
Flood
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $5.0M | $2.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $3K | $155K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $784K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $250K | $389K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $390K | — |
| Flooding Associated With Tropical Depres… → | Flood | Sep 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1975 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jun 1972 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,598
Total Claims Paid
$16,915,987
Avg Claim Payout
$10,586
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$869,260
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.92
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $576,510 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $255,250 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $37,500 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Carlisle has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, strong wind, hurricane. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (7 declarations). 1,598 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $6,464,543 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,610,900 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Carlisle has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
Upmc Carlisle
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Carlisle | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center | 13.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center | 14.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals | 18.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Roxbury Treatment Center | 18.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Pop. Served
40,392
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CARLISLE WATER TRMT PLT | 26,000 | 0 |
| N MIDDLETON WATER AUTH | 8,455 | 0 |
| MIDDLESEX TWP MUNI AUTH | 3,527 | 0 |
| US ARMY GARRISON | 1,700 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS ESTATES | 175 | 0 |
| SOUTHAMPTON MANOR MHP | 160 | 0 |
| STONEWORTH APTS WTP | 150 | 0 |
| AUDUBON PARK | 145 | 0 |
| CREEK VIEW MOBILE HOME COMMUN | 80 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
246.1K MT
Top Emitter
Vitro Flat Glass LLC
203.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Vitro Flat Glass LLC Vitro Flat Glass Llc | Minerals | 203,651 |
LAND O LAKES DRY CONDENSED MILK MFG Land O Lakes Inc | Other | 42,486 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 9 water systems serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 246.1K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
67.5%
-14% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-41% vs national
Work From Home
10.8%
+16% vs national
Carpool
5.8%
Walk / Bike
12.9%
combined
How Carlisle's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2020)Fatalities
1
2020
2-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Carlisle, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 67.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 10.8% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. 5.8% of workers carpool. 10.1% walk to work. 2.8% commute by bicycle. In 2020, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
86.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
74.3%
of households
No Internet
9.3%
of households
Total Households
8,719
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.5%
of households
Smartphone
88.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
76.2%
of households
Tablet
61.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Carlisle vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Population Served
40,392
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARLISLE WATER TRMT PLT | Community | Surface water | 26,000 | 0 |
| N MIDDLETON WATER AUTH | Community | Surface water | 8,455 | 0 |
| MIDDLESEX TWP MUNI AUTH | Community | Ground water | 3,527 | 0 |
| US ARMY GARRISON | Community | Ground water | 1,700 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| SOUTHAMPTON MANOR MHP | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| STONEWORTH APTS WTP | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| AUDUBON PARK | Community | Ground water | 145 | 0 |
| CREEK VIEW MOBILE HOME COMMUN | Community | Ground water | 80 | 0 |
86.7% of households in Carlisle have broadband internet access. 74.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.3% of households have no internet access. 11.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 9 water systems, providing water to 40,392 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Carlisle is located in Cumberland County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Carlisle.
Election Overview
Source: Cumberland County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
66,255
44.6%
GOP Votes
80,267
54.1%
Total Votes
148,396
Margin
R+9.4%
Shift from 2020
D+1.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 66,255 | 80,267 | 148,396 | 44.6% | 54.1% | R+9.4 |
| 2020 | 62,245 | 77,212 | 141,595 | 44.0% | 54.5% | R+10.6 |
| 2016 | 44,282 | 65,649 | 115,068 | 38.5% | 57.0% | R+18.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Cumberland County recorded 148,396 total votes. Republicans won the county with 54.1% of the vote compared to 44.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+9.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+1.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Cumberland County has shifted 9.1 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
273
Total Assets
$1.3B
Total Income
$573.6M
Per 10K Residents
128.0
nonprofits
+54.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
43
Median Assets
$362K
Oldest Active
1942
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.2B of $1.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Carlisle
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCarlisle, PA has 273 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.3B. The most common category is Education, with 27 organizations. 43 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 128.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1942.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
303
Total Approved
$89.9M
Jobs Supported
3,279
Per 10K Residents
142.0
SBA loans
-15.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
50
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
84 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1993–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
287
Total Amount
$74.8M
Avg Loan
$260,607
Median Loan
$70,000
SBA Guaranteed
$55.3M(74%)
Jobs Supported
3,004
Loans
16
Total Amount
$15.1M
Avg Loan
$944,813
Median Loan
$756,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
52
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$31.5M
35% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$605,062
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Z-band Technologies Llc | 5 | $6.9M |
| 1529 Commerce Avenue Llc | 1 | $4.0M |
| Christopher H. & William E. Hoffman | 1 | $3.6M |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlisle-pa | 1 | $2.5M |
| Mahant Hospitality Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Tender Years, Inc. | 1 | $2.1M |
| Shree Sai Siddhi Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Shree Sai Siddhi Carlisle Llc Dba Day's Nn | 1 | $2.0M |
| Carlisle Sports Emporium Inc. | 1 | $2.0M |
| Ziker Classic Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
Carlisle, PA has received 303 SBA loans totaling $89.9M in approved funding between 1993 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 287 loans (95% of the total), supporting 3,004 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 16 loans totaling $15.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Carlisle is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 84 loans. That works out to 142.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
122,978
Avg Median Income
$87,091
Avg Home Value
$263,163
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17007 | 6,291 | $114,803 | $370,500 | $920 | 17.9 |
| 17013 | 37,738 | $68,150 | $221,800 | $1,018 | 39.2 |
| 17015 | 24,240 | $87,634 | $281,100 | $1,168 | 110.8 |
| 17040 | 2,494 | $76,250 | $247,500 | $989 | 53.3 |
| 17050 | 42,547 | $111,834 | $350,800 | $1,452 | 35.0 |
| 17065 | 4,043 | $79,769 | $225,900 | $991 | 15.0 |
| 17081 | 283 | $74,205 | $160,600 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 17090 | 5,342 | $84,083 | $247,100 | $793 | 32.3 |
Carlisle, PA has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 122,978. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $87,091. The average median home value is $263,163. The average median monthly rent is -$83,332,417.
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