New Berlin, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
New Berlin, Pennsylvania
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New Berlin, Pennsylvania
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Location of New Berlin in Union County, Pennsylvania.
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 New Berlin, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
New Berlin, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Union |
| Settled | 1792 |
| Incorporated (borough) | 1795 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.40 sq mi (1.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation
(borough center)
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540 ft (160 m) |
| Highest elevation
(northeastern borough boundary on south side of Shamokin Mountain)
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740 ft (230 m) |
| Lowest elevation
(Penns Creek)
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480 ft (150 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 802 |
| • Density | 2,064.43/sq mi (797.42/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| Zip code |
17855
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| FIPS code | 42-53200 |
| Website | www.newberlinpa.us |
New Berlin is a small town, also called a borough, located in Union County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 802 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
A Look Back in Time
New Berlin has some really old and important buildings. The New Berlin Presbyterian Church and the Old Union County Courthouse are two of them. These buildings are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are protected because of their historical importance.
The Old Union County Courthouse was once the main government building for Union County. It was built in 1815. Today, it still stands on the Town Square. It now holds the New Berlin Post Office and a museum where you can learn about the area's past.
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New Berlin Presbyterian Church
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Old Union County Courthouse
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Where is New Berlin?
New Berlin is found in the middle of Pennsylvania. It's on the southern edge of Union County. The town sits right next to Penns Creek. This creek acts as a natural border between Union County and Snyder County.
The borough covers a total area of about 0.4 square miles (1.03 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land. The exact location of New Berlin is 40°52′49″N 76°59′11″W / 40.88028°N 76.98639°W.
Who Lives in New Berlin?
The number of people living in New Berlin has changed over the years. In 1840, there were 679 residents. The population grew to 873 people by 2010. However, by 2020, the population was 802.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 679 | — | |
| 1850 | 741 | 9.1% | |
| 1860 | 672 | −9.3% | |
| 1870 | 646 | −3.9% | |
| 1880 | 695 | 7.6% | |
| 1890 | 617 | −11.2% | |
| 1900 | 616 | −0.2% | |
| 1910 | 527 | −14.4% | |
| 1920 | 460 | −12.7% | |
| 1930 | 459 | −0.2% | |
| 1940 | 583 | 27.0% | |
| 1950 | 589 | 1.0% | |
| 1960 | 654 | 11.0% | |
| 1970 | 821 | 25.5% | |
| 1980 | 783 | −4.6% | |
| 1990 | 892 | 13.9% | |
| 2000 | 838 | −6.1% | |
| 2010 | 873 | 4.2% | |
| 2020 | 802 | −8.1% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 785 | −10.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 838 people living in New Berlin. These people lived in 333 different homes. About 35% of these homes had children under 18 living there. Most families were married couples living together.
The average age of people in New Berlin in 2000 was 37 years old. About 28% of the population was under 18. This means New Berlin is a community with a mix of young people, adults, and older residents.
See also
In Spanish: New Berlin (Pensilvania) para niños
