Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Jefferson Township, PA
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About Jefferson Township
Jefferson Township is a rural township in the northern Lykens Valley of Dauphin County, of farms and woodland between Elizabethville and the valley ridges. Very low-density, agricultural character with affordable acreage properties.

Home prices in Jefferson Township
Home prices in Jefferson Township vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Jefferson Township
- Lykens Valley farmland scenery.
- Nearby Elizabethville — valley shops and schools.
Commuting from Jefferson Township
- ~28 miles south to downtown Harrisburg: ~35–40 minutes via PA-225.
Schools in Jefferson Township
Public schools: Upper Dauphin Area 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.
Jefferson Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Jefferson Township, PA?
Home prices in Jefferson Township vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Jefferson Township, PA?
~28 miles south to downtown Harrisburg: ~35–40 minutes via PA-225. - Which school district serves Jefferson Township, PA?
Jefferson Township is served by Upper Dauphin Area 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.