List of places in Pennsylvania: Lo–Ly facts for kids

Pennsylvania is a big state with many different kinds of places! This page helps you learn about some of them, especially those whose names start with the letter 'L'. It's like a special guide that tells you where these places are and what their mail codes (called Zip Codes) are.

You'll find all sorts of places here, like big cities, smaller towns, and even tiny communities that aren't officially towns but are still recognized. It also tells you which county each place is in. Counties are like smaller regions within a state that help organize things.

What is a "Place" in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, a "place" can be many things! It could be a busy city like Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. It could also be a smaller borough or township. Sometimes, it's an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town, but people still live there and give it a name. This list helps us keep track of all these different kinds of places.

Why Do Places Have Different Names?

Many places in Pennsylvania got their names from early settlers, local landmarks, or even events that happened there long ago. For example, a place might be named after a family, a type of tree, or a nearby river. It's like a little piece of history in every name!

Counties: How Places are Organized

Every place in Pennsylvania is located within one or more counties. Counties are like big neighborhoods or districts that help divide the state into smaller, easier-to-manage areas. Pennsylvania has 67 counties in total!

Places in One County

Most places on this list, like Lock Haven or Loretto, are completely inside just one county. For example, Lock Haven is entirely within Clinton County. This makes it simple to know where they belong.

Places in More Than One County

Sometimes, a place can be so big or spread out that it crosses over into two different counties! For example, Locust Dale is listed as being in both Columbia County and Schuylkill County. This can happen when a community grows and expands its borders. When a place is in two counties, the list usually tells you the "principal county," which is the main one it's associated with.

Zip Codes: Finding Your Way

Zip Codes are special numbers that help the mail service deliver letters and packages to the right place. Every address in the United States has a Zip Code. On this list, you'll see "Lower Zip Code" and "Upper Zip Code."

What Do Zip Codes Mean?

• The Lower Zip Code is the main Zip Code for that area.
• The Upper Zip Code is often left blank. This usually means the place only has one main Zip Code, or it's a very small area. If there's an "Upper Zip Code," it means that place might cover a range of Zip Codes, or it's a larger area with different mail delivery zones.

For example, Lock Haven has a Zip Code of 17745. This helps mail carriers know exactly where to send mail for people living there.

Exploring Pennsylvania's Places

This list is just a small peek into the many places that make up Pennsylvania. Each name on the list represents a community with its own history, people, and unique character. Learning about these places helps us understand the geography and organization of our state!