Fredericktown, Pennsylvania facts for kids

Fredericktown is a small community located in East Bethlehem Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting statistics, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Fredericktown is situated along the Monongahela River, an important waterway in the region.

For the 2000 census, Fredericktown was part of a larger area called the Fredericktown-Millsboro CDP. However, for the 2010 census, it was separated into two distinct CDPs: Fredericktown and Millsboro. As of 2022, the estimated population of Fredericktown was about 296 people.

Where is Fredericktown Located?

Fredericktown is found in the far southern part of Washington County. It sits right next to the Monongahela River, a major river that flows through western Pennsylvania. The community is also located along Pennsylvania Route 88, a road that runs parallel to the river.

A Look at the Population

The population of Fredericktown has changed a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at the numbers from recent U.S. Censuses:

In 2010, there were 403 people living in Fredericktown. By 2020, the population was 402. More recent estimates from 2022 suggest the population is around 296.

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In Spanish: Fredericktown (Pensilvania) para niños