Schlusser Pennsylvania Map

About Schlusser, Pennsylvania

Schlusser is a locality in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,402. The population density is 664.6 people per km². Schlusser is located at 40.2418°N, 77.1769°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 17013.

Schlusser rests within a landscape of rolling hills, a gentle topography that has been shaped by ancient glacial movements and the patient work of water. It lies 15.6 miles west of Harrisburg, PA (from Harrisburg, PA: bearing 262°T), and is situated 2.9 miles north-north-east of Carlisle. The land here is a mosaic of cultivated fields and woodlands, where the broad, fertile valleys give way to more rounded summits. The air often carries the scent of damp earth and the distant whisper of wind through oak and maple leaves, particularly as the sun begins its descent, casting a warm, golden light that softens the edges of the terrain. In the spring, the fields are a vibrant green, and in the autumn, they transform into a tapestry of ochre and russet, a visual echo of the changing seasons. The history of Schlusser is deeply intertwined with the agricultural bounty of Cumberland County. For generations, farming has been the bedrock of its economy, with families cultivating the rich soil for corn, soybeans, and other grains. This enduring connection to the land has fostered a culture of resilience and community, where neighbors understand the shared rhythms of planting and harvest. While the broader region has seen shifts in industry, Schlusser retains a distinct character, a quiet persistence that honors its agrarian roots. The small, sturdy farmhouses and barns dotting the landscape are not mere structures but silent witnesses to the enduring spirit of this place.

About This Schlusser Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Schlusser, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.241754, -77.176925. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Schlusser and Cumberland County.

Detailed location data for Schlusser includes the ZIP code (17013), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Cumberland County (Carlisle), and school district assignment (Carlisle Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Schlusser is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.