Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Derry Township, PA
About Derry Township
Derry Township is the municipality that contains Hershey — the township and the Hershey CDP are effectively the same community for relocation purposes. Beyond the Hersheypark/Chocolate World tourism core, the township includes the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center campus, the Milton Hershey School, established neighborhoods like Hershey Heights and Palmdale, and suburban growth along Middletown and Fishburn Roads. See the Hershey CDP profile for the full picture; this township profile covers the municipal frame.
Home prices in Derry Township
Home prices in Derry Township vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Derry Township
- Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World.
- Hershey Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium.
- Hershey Theatre and The Hershey Story Museum.
- Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center campus.
- Indian Echo Caverns (Hummelstown address, Derry Township).
- Shank Park — township sports complex and community park.
Commuting from Derry Township
- ~14 miles west to downtown Harrisburg: ~20–25 minutes via US-322 W / PA-283.
- Major local employers: The Hershey Company, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Milton Hershey School, and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
Schools in Derry Township
Public schools: Derry Township School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Derry Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Derry Township, PA?
Home prices in Derry Township vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Derry Township, PA?
~14 miles west to downtown Harrisburg: ~20–25 minutes via US-322 W / PA-283. - Which school district serves Derry Township, PA?
Derry Township is served by Derry Township School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.