Duncannon, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Duncannon, Pennsylvania
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Duncannon
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Location of Duncannon in Perry County, Pennsylvania.
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 Duncannon, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Duncannon, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Perry |
| Settled | 1792 |
| Incorporated | 1844 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Land | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation
(center of borough)
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370 ft (110 m) |
| Highest elevation
(western edge of borough)
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506 ft (154 m) |
| Lowest elevation | 340 ft (100 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,478 |
| • Density | 3,631.45/sq mi (1,401.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
17020
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| Area code(s) | 717 |
| FIPS code | 42-20240 |
| Website | Borough's website |
Duncannon is a small town, called a "borough," located in Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States. In 2020, about 1,473 people lived there. It is part of the larger Harrisburg–Carlisle area.
Interestingly, the exact middle point of Pennsylvania's population is found in Duncannon. For many years, from 1904 to 1988, cool "Lightning Guider Sleds" were made right here in Duncannon. The famous Appalachian Trail also passes through the town, using various streets, mainly along North High Street.
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History of Duncannon
Duncannon was first settled in 1792. It was originally known by a different name, Petersburg. The town's current name comes from Duncan's Island, which is located in the nearby Susquehanna River.
A long time ago, in the 1740s, a missionary named David Brainerd visited this area. In his journal, he wrote about his journey on the Susquehanna River. He also described his short stay with a Native American tribe on Duncan's Island. This island is just across the river from where Duncannon is today.
Geography of Duncannon
Duncannon is located at specific coordinates: 40.393986 degrees North and -77.028891 degrees West. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the entire borough covers about 0.4 square miles (1.05 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the borough limits.
Population and People in Duncannon
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 960 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,027 | 7.0% | |
| 1890 | 1,074 | 4.6% | |
| 1900 | 1,661 | 54.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,474 | −11.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,679 | 13.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,732 | 3.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,707 | −1.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,852 | 8.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,800 | −2.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,739 | −3.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,645 | −5.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,450 | −11.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,508 | 4.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,522 | 0.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,473 | −3.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,468 | −3.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,508 people living in Duncannon. These people lived in 667 households, and 386 of these were families. The population density was about 3,566 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Duncannon were White (98.28%). A small number were African American (0.53%), Asian (0.07%), or from other races (0.73%). About 1.59% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 25.8% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (41.8%) were married couples. About 12.3% were female-headed households with no husband present.
The average household had 2.26 people, and the average family had 2.94 people. The median age in Duncannon was 38 years old. This means half the people were younger than 38, and half were older.
The median income for a household was $33,000. For families, the median income was $38,750. About 8.5% of the total population lived below the poverty line.
Culture in Duncannon
On South Market Street, you can find a colorful mural. This artwork shows different scenes and parts of life in Duncannon. It also features images from the wider Perry County area and even the United States.
Many people in Duncannon are Christian. There are several churches in the town. These include Lutheran, United Church of Christ, Assembly of God, Presbyterian, Catholic, and Church of God congregations. You can also find other churches, like Methodist ones, a few miles away.
Notable People from Duncannon
Some interesting people have connections to Duncannon:
- Marie Doro: A famous silent movie actress.
- Mollie Woods Hare: An important educator.
- William J. Kirkpatrick: A well-known Christian musician and composer.
Gallery
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Former Duncannon train depot
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A train passing through Duncannon
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A historical name marker
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A view of a crossroads
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See also
In Spanish: Duncannon (Pensilvania) para niños
