New Salem, Fayette County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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New Salem, Fayette County,
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 New Salem, Fayette County,
Pennsylvania Location in Pennsylvania
New Salem, Fayette County,
Pennsylvania Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Fayette |
| Township | Menallen |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.16 sq mi (3.01 km2) |
| • Land | 1.16 sq mi (3.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 499 |
| • Density | 429.80/sq mi (165.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 42-54040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1182365 |
New Salem is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It is located in Fayette County, within Menallen Township. New Salem is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
It is also a census-designated place (CDP). A CDP is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data. It helps count people in places that aren't official cities or towns. In 2010, New Salem became its own CDP. Before that, it was part of a larger area called New Salem-Buffington.
Where is New Salem Located?
New Salem is found in the western part of Fayette County. This is in the southwestern section of Menallen Township. To its west, you'll find the community of Buffington. To the south, across Dunlap Creek, is German Township.
A road called New Salem Road connects the community to other places. It leads about 7 miles (11 kilometers) southeast to Uniontown. Uniontown is the main city and county seat of Fayette County. The road also goes about 3 miles (5 kilometers) northwest to Pennsylvania Route 166. This route is south of Republic.
How Big is New Salem?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the New Salem CDP covers an area of about 1.16 square miles (3.0 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the community's boundaries.
How Many People Live in New Salem?
The number of people living in New Salem changes over time. In 2010, the population was 579 people. More recently, the 2020 census counted 499 residents in New Salem.
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| 2020 | 499 | — | |
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