Oswayo, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Oswayo, Pennsylvania
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Eastbound PA 244 in Oswayo
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Location of Oswayo in Potter County, Pennsylvania.
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 Oswayo, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Oswayo, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Potter |
| Settled | 1820 |
| Incorporated (borough) | 1901 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.08 sq mi (2.80 km2) |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation
(borough benchmark)
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1,704 ft (519 m) |
| Highest elevation
(northwestern boundary of borough)
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2,300 ft (700 m) |
| Lowest elevation
(Oswayo Creek)
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1,680 ft (510 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 134 |
| • Density | 123.96/sq mi (47.84/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| Zip code |
16915
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
| FIPS code | 42-57280 |
Oswayo is a small borough located in Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States. In 2020, about 133 people lived there.
The name Oswayo comes from a Native American word. It is believed to mean "the pine forest."
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Where is Oswayo Located?
Oswayo is found at coordinates 41°55′16″N 78°1′5″W. This means it is in the northern part of Pennsylvania.
The borough covers a total area of about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is the Weather Like in Oswayo?
Oswayo has a climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters.
- Summer: July is usually the warmest month. Temperatures can reach into the high 70s or even 80s Fahrenheit (around 26°C).
- Winter: January is the coldest month. Temperatures often drop into the low 10s Fahrenheit (around -12°C).
- Rain and Snow: The area gets a good amount of rain throughout the year. Snowfall is common in winter, especially in December and January.
| Climate data for Oswayo 1 ENE, Pennsylvania, 1991–2020 normals: 1710ft (521m) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 65 (18) |
71 (22) |
77 (25) |
88 (31) |
92 (33) |
94 (34) |
102 (39) |
92 (33) |
94 (34) |
84 (29) |
76 (24) |
67 (19) |
102 (39) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 52.9 (11.6) |
53.3 (11.8) |
64.7 (18.2) |
79.0 (26.1) |
85.4 (29.7) |
87.5 (30.8) |
88.6 (31.4) |
87.0 (30.6) |
84.4 (29.1) |
76.8 (24.9) |
67.3 (19.6) |
55.6 (13.1) |
90.3 (32.4) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 30.4 (−0.9) |
33.0 (0.6) |
42.2 (5.7) |
55.0 (12.8) |
67.5 (19.7) |
75.1 (23.9) |
78.9 (26.1) |
77.7 (25.4) |
70.5 (21.4) |
58.7 (14.8) |
45.9 (7.7) |
34.8 (1.6) |
55.8 (13.2) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 20.7 (−6.3) |
22.3 (−5.4) |
30.6 (−0.8) |
42.1 (5.6) |
53.8 (12.1) |
62.5 (16.9) |
65.9 (18.8) |
64.6 (18.1) |
57.6 (14.2) |
46.9 (8.3) |
35.8 (2.1) |
26.9 (−2.8) |
44.1 (6.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 10.9 (−11.7) |
11.6 (−11.3) |
19.0 (−7.2) |
29.2 (−1.6) |
40.1 (4.5) |
49.9 (9.9) |
52.9 (11.6) |
51.5 (10.8) |
44.8 (7.1) |
35.0 (1.7) |
25.7 (−3.5) |
19.0 (−7.2) |
32.5 (0.3) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −13.7 (−25.4) |
−10.8 (−23.8) |
−2.4 (−19.1) |
14.6 (−9.7) |
24.9 (−3.9) |
34.9 (1.6) |
40.5 (4.7) |
39.4 (4.1) |
32.0 (0.0) |
21.4 (−5.9) |
10.0 (−12.2) |
−0.4 (−18.0) |
−15.6 (−26.4) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −26 (−32) |
−32 (−36) |
−21 (−29) |
6 (−14) |
21 (−6) |
29 (−2) |
34 (1) |
36 (2) |
23 (−5) |
16 (−9) |
−6 (−21) |
−15 (−26) |
−32 (−36) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.90 (74) |
2.15 (55) |
2.96 (75) |
3.72 (94) |
3.66 (93) |
4.37 (111) |
4.62 (117) |
4.15 (105) |
4.28 (109) |
4.01 (102) |
3.24 (82) |
3.08 (78) |
43.14 (1,095) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 14.10 (35.8) |
12.30 (31.2) |
11.30 (28.7) |
1.90 (4.8) |
0.20 (0.51) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.70 (1.8) |
5.10 (13.0) |
14.70 (37.3) |
60.3 (153.11) |
| Source 1: NOAA | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: XMACIS (temp records & monthly max/mins) | |||||||||||||
A Look at Oswayo's History
Oswayo became an official borough on January 8, 1901. It was named after the larger Oswayo Township.
The Pine Forest Valley
The Oswayo Valley was once famous for its amazing white pine forests. These trees grew very tall, often 100 to 150 feet high. Their lowest branches were high up, 50 to 75 feet from the ground. The forest was so dense that not much else could grow underneath.
Early settlers made their living by cutting down these valuable white pine trees. The logs were often floated down rivers during spring floods. Cities along the Ohio River specifically asked for "Oswayo White Pine" because of its excellent quality.
From Brindleville to Oswayo
The village was first known as Brindleville. Its name changed when a post office was opened in the 1840s.
In its early days, Oswayo had two sawmills and shingle mills. There were also small shops for local needs. Doctors and lawyers worked there too.
Industries and Changes Over Time
In 1877, a large tannery (a place where animal hides are turned into leather) started operating in Oswayo. It was later sold to the P.H. Costello Company. Sadly, this tannery was destroyed by a fire in 1903. At that time, the Penn Tanning Company owned it.
From 1894 to the 1930s, the New York & Pennsylvania Railroad served the town. This helped with transportation and trade.
Oswayo's population likely reached its highest point around 1901, with about 1,000 people. However, after the tannery closed and other lumber businesses left, the population dropped. By 1910, only 382 residents remained. By 1920, it was down to 209.
Today, farming is still important in Oswayo. There are also some loggers in the area. A state Fish Cultural Station is located near the village. It raises trout that are used to stock streams across Pennsylvania.
Who Lives in Oswayo?
Let's look at how the population of Oswayo has changed over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 321 | — | |
| 1910 | 382 | — | |
| 1920 | 209 | −45.3% | |
| 1930 | 133 | −36.4% | |
| 1940 | 175 | 31.6% | |
| 1950 | 167 | −4.6% | |
| 1960 | 162 | −3.0% | |
| 1970 | 195 | 20.4% | |
| 1980 | 183 | −6.2% | |
| 1990 | 156 | −14.8% | |
| 2000 | 159 | 1.9% | |
| 2010 | 139 | −12.6% | |
| 2020 | 133 | −4.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 132 | −5.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 159 people living in Oswayo. These people lived in 52 households, and 42 of these were families.
- Households: About 44% of households had children under 18. Most households (71%) were married couples living together.
- Age Groups: The population was spread out by age. About 33% were under 18 years old. Around 15% were 65 or older. The average age was 30 years.
- Income: In 2000, the average income for a household was $30,625. About 16.7% of the population lived below the poverty line.
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Eastbound PA 244 in Oswayo
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Location of Oswayo in Potter County, Pennsylvania.
See also
In Spanish: Oswayo (Pensilvania) para niños
