Elrama, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Elrama, Pennsylvania
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Elrama along northbound PA 837
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.15 sq mi (0.38 km2) |
| • Land | 0.15 sq mi (0.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 285 |
| • Density | 1,952.05/sq mi (751.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 42-23392 |
Elrama is a small community in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It is a special kind of place called a "census-designated place." This means it's an area that the government counts as a separate community for population surveys. Even though it's counted separately, it is still part of a larger area called Union Township.
Elrama is located in the eastern tip of Union Township. It sits right next to the Monongahela River. You can find it along Pennsylvania Route 837. As of the 2020 census, about 285 people lived in Elrama.
Elrama's History
Elrama once had a large power plant. This plant used coal to make electricity. It was built in the 1950s by a company called Duquesne Light.
In 2012, the Elrama coal-fired power plant was closed down. After it closed, the plant was taken apart. The final steps of its demolition were finished in 2023.
How Many People Live in Elrama?
The number of people living in Elrama changes over time. This is called demographics. The United States government counts the population every ten years.
Here's how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 307 | — | |
| 2020 | 285 | −7.2% | |
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In 2010, there were 307 residents. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 285 residents.
Famous People from Elrama
- Al Helfer (1911–1975) was a radio sportscaster. He was known for announcing many different sports games on the radio.
See also
In Spanish: Elrama para niños
