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Montandon, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Route 45 in Montandon
Pennsylvania Route 45 in Montandon
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Northumberland
Area
 • Total 0.88 sq mi (2.27 km2)
 • Land 0.88 sq mi (2.27 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 873
 • Density 996.58/sq mi (384.59/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
17850
Area code(s) 272 and 570
FIPS code 42-50552

Montandon is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the government for counting people, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.

Montandon is located in Northumberland County. It sits close to the West Branch Susquehanna River, which is a major river in the state. You can find Montandon where two important roads, Route 147 and Route 45, meet. It's about halfway between the towns of Northumberland and Milton.

People Living in Montandon

Montandon is home to a friendly community. The number of people living there changes over time.

Population Counts

Every ten years, the United States government counts everyone living in the country. This is called a census.

  • In 2010, about 903 people lived in Montandon.
  • By 2020, the population was 873 residents.

This information helps us understand how communities like Montandon are growing or changing.

Location and Geography

Montandon is in a beautiful part of Pennsylvania. It's part of West Chillisquaque Township.

Nearby Natural Features

The community is very close to the West Branch Susquehanna River. Rivers are important for many reasons, including providing water and supporting wildlife.

Important Roads

Two state routes, Route 147 and Route 45, cross paths in Montandon. These roads help people travel to and from the community, connecting it to other towns and cities.

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