Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Silver Spring Township, PA
About Silver Spring Township
Silver Spring Township is one of Cumberland County's fastest-growing townships — about 19,500 people (19,526 at the 2020 census), nearly double its 2000 population. Stretching along the Carlisle Pike between Mechanicsburg and Carlisle, it is a suburban powerhouse: home to Cumberland Valley High School and the school district offices, major employers, and newer subdivisions, all with quick interstate access.
Home prices in Silver Spring Township
The county median in Silver Spring Township is $527,450.
Top places in Silver Spring Township
- Cumberland Valley High School campus — one of the region's largest high schools (shown in the Commons photos below).
- The Carlisle Pike commercial corridor — shopping, dining, and services.
- Newer subdivisions and community parks.
- The historic George Trimble House (1812), now a bed and breakfast (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Quick access to Mechanicsburg and Carlisle.
Commuting from Silver Spring Township
- Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 20 minutes (east via the Carlisle Pike to I-81 or Route 581).
- I-81, the PA Turnpike, and Routes 11/15 all serve the township.
Schools in Silver Spring Township
Public schools: Cumberland Valley 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.
Silver Spring Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Silver Spring Township, PA?
The county median in Silver Spring Township is $527,450. County-level median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Silver Spring Township, PA?
Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 20 minutes (east via the Carlisle Pike to I-81 or Route 581). - Which school district serves Silver Spring Township, PA?
Silver Spring Township is served by Cumberland Valley 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.