Dupont, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Dupont, Pennsylvania
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Dupont Municipal Building
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Location of Dupont in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.
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 Dupont, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Dupont, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Luzerne |
| Region | Greater Pittston |
| Incorporated | 1917 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Land | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 720 ft (220 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,539 |
| • Density | 1,623.40/sq mi (626.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
18641
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| FIPS code | 42-20424 |
Dupont is a small town, called a borough, located in the Greater Pittston area of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. In 2020, about 2,536 people lived there. It's a part of the United States.
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History of Dupont
Dupont became an official borough in 1917. Before that, it was known as "Smithville." This name honored the first families who settled there.
The town was later renamed Dupont. This new name came from a company called Dupont Explosives. This company made special materials used for mining. These explosives were very important for coal mining in Northeastern Pennsylvania during the 1800s and 1900s. Over time, new technology made these explosives less needed. Because of this, the Dupont Explosives company eventually closed down.
Where is Dupont?
Dupont is located at coordinates 41.321680 degrees North and 75.746285 degrees West.
The United States Census Bureau says that Dupont covers a total area of about 1.5 square miles (4.05 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the borough limits.
Getting Around Dupont
Dupont is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel in and out of the borough.
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 I-81 |
  I-476 / Penna Turnpike NE Extension |
 US 11 |
 PA 315 |
People of Dupont
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 4,576 | — | |
| 1930 | 5,161 | 12.8% | |
| 1940 | 5,278 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 4,107 | −22.2% | |
| 1960 | 3,669 | −10.7% | |
| 1970 | 3,431 | −6.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,460 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,984 | −13.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,719 | −8.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,711 | −0.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,536 | −6.5% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 2,541 | −6.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 2,719 people living in Dupont. These people lived in 1,228 homes. About 789 of these were families.
The population of Dupont has changed over the years. For example, in 1920, there were 4,576 people. By 2020, the population was 2,536.
Education in Dupont
Students in Dupont attend schools that are part of the Pittston Area School District.
Famous People from Dupont
- Rudolph Belarski, a graphic artist and teacher
- Edwin Michael Kosik, a United States District Judge
- Brandon Matthews, a Professional Golfer
Images for kids
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A wide view of Dupont, Pennsylvania
See also
In Spanish: Dupont (Pensilvania) para niños
