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Moshannon, Pennsylvania
Intersection of PA Routes 144 and 53
Intersection of PA Routes 144 and 53
Map showing Centre County in Pennsylvania
Map showing Centre County in Pennsylvania
Moshannon, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Moshannon, Pennsylvania
Moshannon, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Moshannon, Pennsylvania is located in the United States
Moshannon, Pennsylvania
Moshannon, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Centre
Township Snow Shoe
Area
 • Total 0.34 sq mi (0.87 km2)
 • Land 0.34 sq mi (0.87 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,531 ft (467 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 213
 • Density 635.82/sq mi (245.49/km2)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
16859
FIPS code 42-51240
GNIS feature ID 1181610

Moshannon is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It is located in Snow Shoe Township, Pennsylvania. Moshannon is also known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data.

In 2020, about 213 people lived in Moshannon. The community is found about 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest of Interstate 80. It is where Pennsylvania Routes 53 and 144 meet.

A stream called Black Moshannon Creek flows through a deep valley near the town. This creek is part of the West Branch Susquehanna River system.

What's in a Name?

The name Moshannon comes from Moshannon Creek. This name has Native American roots. It is believed to mean "moose stream."

Population Facts

Moshannon is a small community. The number of people living there changes over time.

  • In 2010, the population was 281 residents.
  • By 2020, the population was 213 residents.

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