North Fayette Township, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Township of North Fayette
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| North Fayette Township | |||
Walker-Ewing-Glass Log House in Settler's Cabin Park
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Location in Allegheny County and state of Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Pennsylvania | ||
| County | Allegheny | ||
| Named for | Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Second Class Township | ||
| • Body | Board of Supervisors | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 25.18 sq mi (65.23 km2) | ||
| • Land | 25.18 sq mi (65.23 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 16,166 | ||
| • Estimate
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16,118 | ||
| • Density | 577.91/sq mi (223.13/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| FIPS code | 42-003-55016 | ||
| Website | Township of North Fayette | ||
The Township of North Fayette is a community located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is a township, which is a type of local government area. North Fayette is a suburb of the big city of Pittsburgh. In 2020, about 16,166 people lived there.
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Where is North Fayette Located?
North Fayette Township covers an area of about 25 square miles (65 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Neighboring Communities
North Fayette Township shares its borders with several other towns and townships.
- To the northwest, it borders Findlay Township.
- To the northeast, you'll find Robinson Township.
- Moon Township is to the north.
- To the east, it borders Collier Township.
- Oakdale and South Fayette Township are to the southeast.
- McDonald is located to the south.
- From the southwest to the west, it borders Robinson Township in Washington County.
What is the Economy Like in North Fayette?
North Fayette Township is home to a large shopping and business area called The Pointe at North Fayette. This area has many stores, hotels, and office buildings. It is also very close to other popular shopping spots like Robinson Town Centre, The Mall at Robinson, and Settlers Ridge.
Major roads like U.S. Route 22, U.S. Route 30, and Interstate 376 (also known as Parkway West) run through the township. This makes it easy for people and goods to travel.
Colleges and Businesses
You can also find two colleges in North Fayette Township:
- Pittsburgh Technical College
- Community College of Allegheny County
The Park Lane Office center has been an important business hub in the township since 1989.
Education in North Fayette
Students in North Fayette Township attend schools in the West Allegheny School District. This school district is known for its good quality education. According to SchoolDigger.com, it ranks as one of the top school districts in Pennsylvania.
The Western Allegheny Community Library serves students and residents from North Fayette Township, Findlay Township, and Oakdale. It's a great place to find books and learn new things.
Population Growth in North Fayette
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 5,626 | — | |
| 1980 | 7,351 | 30.7% | |
| 1990 | 9,537 | 29.7% | |
| 2000 | 12,254 | 28.5% | |
| 2010 | 13,934 | 13.7% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 16,118 | 15.7% | |
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North Fayette Township has grown quite a bit over the years. In 2000, there were about 12,254 people living there. By 2020, the population had grown to 16,166 people.
Most people living in the township are White (about 94%). There are also African American (2.6%), Asian (2.5%), and other groups. About 0.88% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Important Visits to North Fayette
North Fayette Township has even hosted visits from important leaders!
President Obama and Vice President Biden Visit
On April 16, 2014, then-President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden visited the Community College of Allegheny County's West Hills Center. They talked about how great the college's job-training programs were. They said these programs could be a model for the whole country. They wanted to show how education can help people get jobs that the economy needs.
President Trump Visits
Later, on January 19, 2018, President Donald Trump also came to North Fayette Township. He visited H&K Equipment, a local business. His daughter, Ivanka Trump, and many other political leaders joined him on this visit.
