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Iselin, Pennsylvania
Iselin, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Iselin, Pennsylvania
Iselin, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Iselin, Pennsylvania is located in the United States
Iselin, Pennsylvania
Iselin, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Indiana
Township Young
Elevation
1,217 ft (371 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 724, 878
GNIS feature ID 1177876

Iselin is a small community located in Young Township, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's what we call an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that doesn't have its own separate local government, like a city or a town would. Instead, it's part of the larger Young Township.

About Iselin

Iselin is found in the western part of Pennsylvania. It's a quiet place where people live and work. The community is part of Indiana County, which is known for its beautiful natural areas. Iselin is situated at an elevation of about 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it's not officially a city or a town. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's governed by a larger local area, like a township or a county. This means that services like roads and police are managed by the township or county government.

A Notable Person from Iselin

Even small communities can be home to important people! Paul Wass (1925-2020) was born in Iselin. He became a well-known person in Pennsylvania.

Paul Wass: State Legislator and Businessman

Paul Wass served as a state legislator in Pennsylvania. A state legislator is someone who is elected by the people to represent them in the state's government. Their job is to create and vote on laws that affect everyone in the state. Paul Wass also had a career as a businessman. He passed away in 2020.

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