Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Pocono Pines
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Aerial view of Pocono Pines at the intersection of PA 940 and PA 423
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Monroe |
| Township | Tobyhanna |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.68 sq mi (14.71 km2) |
| • Land | 5.18 sq mi (13.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,804 ft (550 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,007 |
| • Density | 387.08/sq mi (149.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
18350
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| Area codes | 570 and 272 |
| FIPS code | 42-61768 |
Pocono Pines is a special community in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. It's called a census-designated place (CDP) because the government counts its population separately. In 2020, about 2,000 people lived here. This was more than the 1,409 people who lived here in 2010.
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Geography of Pocono Pines
Pocono Pines is located in Pennsylvania. It covers about 5.68 square miles (14.71 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.50 square miles (1.29 square kilometers) is water.
History of Pocono Pines
Pocono Pines is in the middle of the beautiful Pocono Mountains. It is home to two well-known communities: Lake Naomi and Pinecrest Lake.
How Lake Naomi Was Formed
A long time ago, much of the land belonged to the Miller family. In the 1890s, Frank C. Miller and his brother Rufus W. Miller started a company. It was called the Pocono Spring Water Ice Company.
Around 1895, they built a 14-foot (4.3-meter) dam across Tunkhannock Creek. Water began to collect behind the dam. This created "Lake Naomi." The lake became more than a mile long and about one-third of a mile wide. The company used the lake for fun activities. These included boating, skating, fishing, and even cutting ice to sell.
Early Days and Visitors
By 1902, people from big cities like New York City and Philadelphia started visiting Pocono Pines. That same year, the first swimming beach was made. Some land near the lake was divided into smaller lots. These were sold to people who wanted summer cottages.
A special sailing camp for girls was set up on one side of the lake. A Lutheran retreat called Lutherland was built on the southern side. The Miller family and others enjoyed swimming, sailing, skating, and fishing on the lake. In 1921, a boathouse and beach were built. This is where the Lake Naomi Clubhouse stands today.
The Lake Naomi Club Today
In 1963, the Logan Steele family bought a large area of land around Lake Naomi. This land eventually became a resort community called the Lake Naomi Club. Today, the club is owned by its members. It is managed by a group called a board of governors.
The Lake Naomi Club has about 1,400 families who own property around the lake. Lake Naomi itself is a 277-acre (1.12 square kilometer) lake. It has private beaches and places for boats. The club offers many activities. It has an active sailing group, three swimming pools, and 18 tennis courts. There is also a full-service clubhouse.
Another community center was finished in 2007. It is across from Timber Trails, which is part of Lake Naomi. This center is open for all community members to enjoy.
Pinecrest Lake and the Village
Across the street from Lake Naomi is Pinecrest Lake. This is another resort community.
Over time, the area once known as Naomi Pines was renamed Pocono Pines. The main road through the village is Route 940. At the intersection of Route 940, 'Old' 940, and Route 423, you will find a traffic light. There is also a gas station and a few other businesses nearby.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 1,013 | — | |
| 2010 | 1,409 | 39.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,007 | 42.4% | |
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In 2020, there were 2,007 people living in Pocono Pines. Most people were White. There were also people who identified as African American, Asian, and American Indian and Alaska Native. Some people were from other races, and some were of two or more races. About 9.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 477 households in Pocono Pines. About 13.8% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average family size was 2.6 people. About 19.5% of the people were under 18 years old. Many adults lived there, with 39.3% of the population being 65 years or older.
The average income for a household was $92,626. The average income for a family was $95,469. Only a small number of people, about 3.1%, lived below the poverty line.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Pocono Pines at the intersection of PA 940 and PA 423
See also
In Spanish: Pocono Pines para niños
