Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Duncannon, PA
About Duncannon
Duncannon is a borough of about 1,475 people where the Susquehanna and Juniata rivers meet in southeastern Perry County. The Appalachian Trail runs right through town, making it a well-known hiker stop — the historic Hotel Doyle caters to thru-hikers. The borough has a sled-manufacturing past and a classic railroad-town streetscape. Housing is modest older homes at prices well below the metro average. (Per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026; 2020 population shown as 1,478/1,473.)
Home prices in Duncannon
The median list in Duncannon is $308,400.
Top places in Duncannon
- Appalachian Trail through downtown — Duncannon is an official A.T. community and hiker resupply stop.
- Hotel Doyle — historic hiker-friendly hotel (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Hawk Rock overlook — popular short hike with Susquehanna Valley views, just north of town.
- Susquehanna and Juniata river access for boating and fishing.
- Clark's Ferry and the riverfront at the confluence.
Commuting from Duncannon
- Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 20 minutes (15 miles via PA 230; distance-cities.com, read September 24, 2026). One of the shortest commutes in Perry County.
Schools in Duncannon
Public schools: Susquenita 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.
Duncannon FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Duncannon, PA?
The median list in Duncannon is $308,400. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Duncannon, PA?
Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 20 minutes (15 miles via PA 230; distance-cities.com, read September 24, 2026). One of the shortest commutes in Perry County. - Which school district serves Duncannon, PA?
Duncannon is served by Susquenita 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.