Marianna, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Marianna
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Location of Marianna in Washington County, Pennsylvania.
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 Marianna
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Washington |
| Established | 1907 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.96 sq mi (5.07 km2) |
| • Land | 1.96 sq mi (5.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 399 |
| • Density | 203.99/sq mi (78.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15345
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| Area code(s) | 724 |
Marianna is a small town, called a borough, located in Washington County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 399 people lived there. It was originally built as a mining town.
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History of Marianna
Marianna was created in 1907 as a special town for workers of the Pittsburgh Buffalo Company's coal mine. It officially became a borough in 1910. The Marianna Mine was considered one of the most modern and best-equipped mines in the world when it was built. The homes in the town were made of brick and had nice features like indoor bathrooms and fenced yards, which was very good for that time.
The Mine Explosion
Sadly, on November 28, 1908, a big explosion happened in the mine. This tragic event killed 154 men. Only one person survived. Even though the mine was quickly fixed by the Pittsburgh Buffalo Company, it faced difficulties.
Mine Ownership and Closure
By 1914, the mine was sold to the Union Coal and Coke Company. Later, it was sold again to Bethlehem Steel, which continued to dig for coal until 1988. The mine closed after its main conveyor belt caught fire.
Historic Recognition
The Marianna Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. This means the area is recognized for its important history.
Geography of Marianna
Marianna is located at 40°0′56″N 80°6′38″W / 40.01556°N 80.11056°W. This means it is in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough covers a total area of about 2.0 square miles (5.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,363 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,124 | −17.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,762 | 56.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,493 | −15.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,269 | −15.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,088 | −14.3% | |
| 1970 | 875 | −19.6% | |
| 1980 | 907 | 3.7% | |
| 1990 | 616 | −32.1% | |
| 2000 | 626 | 1.6% | |
| 2010 | 494 | −21.1% | |
| 2020 | 399 | −19.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 394 | −20.2% | |
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The population of Marianna has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 1,363 people living there. By 2020, the population was 399 people.
Life in Marianna (2000 Census)
According to the 2000 census, there were 626 people living in Marianna. These people lived in 236 households, and 157 of these were families. The average household had about 2.65 people, and the average family had about 3.30 people.
The median age in Marianna was 33 years old. This means half the people were younger than 33 and half were older. About 29.9% of the population was under 18 years old.
The median household income was $28,333. This is the middle income for all households in the borough. About 19.3% of the people in Marianna lived below the poverty line. This included 35.1% of those under 18 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Marianna (Pensilvania) para niños
