Byrnedale, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Byrnedale, Pennsylvania
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 Byrnedale, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Byrnedale, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Elk |
| Township | Jay |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Land | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,225 ft (373 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 382 |
| • Density | 305.60/sq mi (117.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15827
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| FIPS code | 42-10600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1170843 |
Byrnedale is a small community in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It is known as an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place." This means it's a specific area that the government counts for population, even though it doesn't have its own city government. In 2020, about 382 people lived in Byrnedale.
Byrnedale is located within Jay Township. It sits in a valley next to a stream called Kersey Run. Just south of Byrnedale is another community named Weedville. A main road, Pennsylvania Route 255, goes through Byrnedale. This road can take you north about 11 miles to St. Marys or southwest about 20 miles to DuBois.
Population Changes in Byrnedale
The number of people living in Byrnedale has changed over time. Counting the population helps us understand how communities grow or shrink.
Understanding Population Counts
The United States government conducts a "census" every ten years. This count helps them know how many people live in different areas.
Byrnedale's Recent Population
- In 2010, the census showed that 427 people lived in Byrnedale.
- By the 2020 census, the population had decreased slightly to 382 people.
This information helps local leaders understand the community and plan for its future.
