Hamlin Township, McKean County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Hamlin Township,
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The collapsed Kinzua Bridge at Kinzua Bridge State Park in Hamlin Township
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Map of McKean County, Pennsylvania highlighting Hamlin Township
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Map of McKean County, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | McKean |
| Settled | 1844 |
| Incorporated | 1844 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 64.25 sq mi (166.41 km2) |
| • Land | 64.19 sq mi (166.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.17 km2) |
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| • Total | 685  |
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670 |
| • Density | 10.86/sq mi (4.19/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 814 |
| FIPS code | 42-083-32232 |
Hamlin Township is a community located in McKean County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is a type of local government area called a "township." The area was settled and officially became a township in 1844. As of the 2020 census, about 685 people live there.
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Where is Hamlin Township?
Hamlin Township is found in the state of Pennsylvania. It is part of McKean County. The township covers a total area of about 167 square kilometers (or 64 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
A Look at the People of Hamlin Township
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 819 | — | |
| 2010 | 734 | −10.4% | |
| 2020 | 685 | −6.7% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 670 | −8.7% | |
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The number of people living in Hamlin Township has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 819 residents. By 2010, the population was 734. The most recent count in 2020 showed 685 people.
Homes and Families
In 2000, there were 349 households in the township. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 241 were families. Many households were made up of married couples living together. Some households had children under 18. Other homes had people living alone, including some who were 65 years or older.
Age Groups in Hamlin Township
The people in Hamlin Township come from all age groups. In 2000, about 80% of the population was under 18 years old. About 15% of the residents were 65 years or older. The average age of people in the township was 43 years old.
