New Brighton, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
New Brighton, Pennsylvania
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Borough
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Community park in New Brighton
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An American Hometown
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Location in Beaver County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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 New Brighton, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Pennsylvania |
| County | Beaver |
| Settled | 1788 |
| Incorporated | 1838 |
| Founded by | Constable Brothers |
| Named for | Brighton, England |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.12 sq mi (2.90 km2) |
| • Land | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.22 km2) |
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,729 |
| • Density | 5,551.36/sq mi (2,143.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
15066
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| Area code | 724 |
| ISO 3166 code | US/USA |
| FIPS code | 42-53288 |
New Brighton is a small town, called a borough, in Pennsylvania, USA. It's located in the middle of Beaver County, right next to the Beaver River. This town is about 28 miles (45 km) northwest of a big city called Pittsburgh. In 2020, about 5,729 people lived here. New Brighton is also part of the larger Pittsburgh area.
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A Look Back at New Brighton's Past
New Brighton has a rich history! Long ago, this area was a busy place for many different industries. Factories in New Brighton made things like pottery, bricks, and glass. They also produced flour, twine, and even parts for refrigerators and bathtubs. Other important products included steel castings, nails, rivets, and wire. This shows how important manufacturing was to the town's growth.
Exploring New Brighton's Location
New Brighton is located near the center of Beaver County. It sits on the east bank of the Beaver River.
Neighboring Towns and Areas
To the north, New Brighton shares a border with Daugherty Township. To the east, you'll find Pulaski Township. To the southeast, it borders Rochester Township.
Across the Beaver River to the west, there are several other towns. From north to south, these include Beaver Falls, Patterson Heights, Patterson Township, and Fallston.
Main Roads and Highways
Two important roads, Pennsylvania Route 18 and Pennsylvania Route 65, run through the middle of New Brighton. They are both called Third Avenue in town.
If you head south on these roads, they will take you to Rochester, which is located on the Ohio River. If you go north, PA-18 crosses the Beaver River into Beaver Falls. PA-65 turns northeast and leads to Ellwood City.
Size and Water Areas
The United States Census Bureau tells us that New Brighton covers a total area of about 1.12 square miles (2.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.03 square miles (2.67 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.09 square miles (0.22 square kilometers), is water. This means about 7.97% of the borough is water.
How Many People Live Here?
New Brighton has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived in the borough during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 981 | — | |
| 1850 | 1,428 | 45.6% | |
| 1860 | 2,001 | 40.1% | |
| 1870 | 4,037 | 101.7% | |
| 1880 | 3,653 | −9.5% | |
| 1890 | 5,616 | 53.7% | |
| 1900 | 6,820 | 21.4% | |
| 1910 | 8,329 | 22.1% | |
| 1920 | 9,361 | 12.4% | |
| 1930 | 9,950 | 6.3% | |
| 1940 | 9,630 | −3.2% | |
| 1950 | 9,535 | −1.0% | |
| 1960 | 8,397 | −11.9% | |
| 1970 | 7,637 | −9.1% | |
| 1980 | 7,364 | −3.6% | |
| 1990 | 6,854 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 6,641 | −3.1% | |
| 2010 | 6,025 | −9.3% | |
| 2020 | 5,729 | −4.9% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 5,653 | −6.2% | |
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Population Details from 2010
According to the 2010 census, there were 6,025 people living in New Brighton. These people lived in 2,434 households, and 1,550 of these were families. The population density was about 6,450 people per square mile (2,490 per square kilometer). There were also 2,615 housing units, which are places where people can live.
Most of the people in New Brighton were White (84%). About 10.7% were African American. A small number were Native American (0.30%) or Asian (0.10%). About 4.8% of the population identified as being from two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 1.5% of the total population.
Households and Age Groups
Out of all the households, about 29.6% had children under 18 living with them. About 32.5% were married couples living together. About 21.9% of households had a female head of household with no husband present. Around 40% of households were made up of people who were not related.
About 36% of all households were individuals living alone. Of these, 14.2% were people aged 65 or older living by themselves. The average household had 2.37 people, and the average family had 2.99 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 25.9% were under 18 years old. About 9.3% were between 18 and 24. The largest group, 29.2%, was between 25 and 44 years old. About 20.9% were between 45 and 64, and 14.7% were 65 years or older. The average age in New Brighton was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were about 88.1 males.
Income Information
In New Brighton, the average income for a household was $25,932. For families, the average income was $31,538. Men generally earned more, with an average income of $27,297, compared to $21,618 for women. The average income per person in the borough was $13,475. About 15.3% of families and 16.6% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 21.1% of those under 18 and 10.0% of those aged 65 or older.
Learning in New Brighton
Children living in New Brighton attend schools that are part of the New Brighton Area School District. The schools currently serving the community are:
- New Brighton Elementary School – for students in grades K–5
- New Brighton Middle School – for students in grades 6–8
- New Brighton High School – for students in grades 9–12
Famous Faces from New Brighton
Many interesting people have come from New Brighton! Here are a few:
- Kevin Bolland (born 1959) – a racing driver.
- Cecil Brown (1907–1987) – a journalist and war correspondent who reported on important events.
- John Burkett (born 1964) – a former Major League Baseball pitcher who is now a professional bowler.
- Virginia Carver (born 1933) – a talented pitcher and outfielder who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
- Jack Clark (born 1955) – a former Major League Baseball player.
- Shane Douglas (born 1964) – a professional wrestler and promoter, known for being a former ECW World Heavyweight Champion.
- Rick Francona (born 1951) – an author, commentator, and military analyst who was a retired United States Air Force intelligence officer.
- Terry Francona (born 1959) – a former baseball player who is now a manager for the Cleveland Guardians.
- Tito Francona (1933–2018) – a Major League Baseball player, mostly for the Cleveland Indians.
- Sara Jane Lippincott (1823–1904) – an author, poet, and journalist who also founded a newspaper and worked as a reformer.
- Raymond M. Kennedy (1891–1976) – a key architect behind the famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre, which opened in 1927.
- Joseph P. Kolter (1926–2019) – a politician who served in the United States House of Representatives for Pennsylvania.
See also
In Spanish: New Brighton (Pensilvania) para niños
