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Black Lick, Pennsylvania
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 Black Lick, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Black Lick, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Indiana |
| Township | Burrell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.54 sq mi (6.57 km2) |
| • Land | 2.50 sq mi (6.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,268 |
| • Density | 508.22/sq mi (196.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15716
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| FIPS code | 42-06744 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1169715 |
Black Lick is a small community in Burrell Township, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 1,268 people lived here.
The community got its name from Blacklick Creek. A post office has been serving Black Lick since 1809, making it a place with a long history.
Where is Black Lick?
Black Lick is located in western Pennsylvania. You can find it at these coordinates: 40°28′21″N 79°11′34″W / 40.47250°N 79.19278°W.
The total area of Black Lick is about 2.54 square miles (6.57 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water, like streams or small ponds.
Who Lives in Black Lick?
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| 2020 | 1,268 | — | |
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According to the 2010 census, there were 1,462 people living in Black Lick. There were 560 households, which are like homes where people live.
The people living in Black Lick come from different backgrounds. Most residents are White, with a smaller number of African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents also identify as Hispanic or Latino.
The community has a mix of ages. About 23% of the people are under 18 years old, and about 19% are 65 years or older. The average age in Black Lick is around 40 years old.
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