Lamar, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Lamar, Pennsylvania
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Location in Clinton County and the state of Pennsylvania.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Clinton |
| Township | Porter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.13 sq mi (2.92 km2) |
| • Land | 1.11 sq mi (2.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 795 ft (242 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 561 |
| • Density | 503.14/sq mi (194.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
16848
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| FIPS code | 42-41104 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2634235 |
Lamar is a small community in Porter Township, located in the southern part of Clinton County, Pennsylvania. It's known as a "census-designated place," which means it's an area identified by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 561 people lived here.
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Where is Lamar Located?
Lamar is found along Pennsylvania Route 64. This road connects it to other towns. To the northeast, it's just about 1 mile (1.6 km) to Exit 173 on Interstate 80, a major highway. From there, it's about 11 miles (18 km) to Lock Haven. Lock Haven is the main town and county seat of Clinton County.
To the southwest, Pennsylvania Route 64 goes through Nittany. Nittany is in Centre County. From Lamar, it's about 23 miles (37 km) to State College.
How Did Lamar Get Its Name?
The community of Lamar is named after a brave soldier from the American Revolutionary War. His name was Major Marien Lamar. He was born in Maryland. Sadly, Major Lamar was killed during the Battle of Paoli. This battle took place during the Revolutionary War. The "History of Centre and Clinton Counties, Pennsylvania" by John Blair Linn tells us this story.
What is the Population of Lamar?
The population of Lamar is counted by the United States Census Bureau every ten years. This count helps us understand how many people live in an area.
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| 2020 | 561 | — | |
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As of the 2020 census, 561 people lived in Lamar. This number helps local leaders plan for schools, roads, and other community needs.
See also
In Spanish: Lamar (Pensilvania) para niños
