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History, culture, and charm on the Susquehanna.

Harrisburg exudes a friendly and accessible atmosphere. The city balances its historical roots with a growing arts and culture scene, making it appealing to a diverse range of residents and visitors. You'll find a mix of bustling commercial areas and quiet, tree-lined residential streets.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · HARRISBURG
Harrisburg, Dauphin County

City Snapshot

Population

50,099

County

Dauphin County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$46,654

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Domestic Violence Hotline

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UPMC Harrisburg Emergency Department

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This Week

2026 Park County Fair

2026-06-14 at 8:26 PM

York County Fairgrounds

Forrest Frank: The Jesus Generation Tour

2026-06-14 at 11:00 PM

Indigo Girls

2026-06-14 at 11:00 PM

Hershey, Pennsylvania

Jackyl

2026-06-15

Joint Special Meeting – Regional Municipal Emergency Services Authority

2026-06-16

Upper Dauphin Area Middle School

Community Leaders

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Wanda Williams
Wanda Williams

Mayor of Harrisburg

Democratic Party

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Dave McCormick

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

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John Fetterman

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Josh Shapiro
Josh Shapiro

Governor

Democratic Party