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Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Prosperity Post Office on Pennsylvania Route 18
Prosperity Post Office on Pennsylvania Route 18
Prosperity, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Prosperity, Pennsylvania is located in the United States
Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Washington
Elevation
1,037 ft (316 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
15329
Area code(s) 724

Prosperity is a small, quiet place located in Washington County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own separate local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Morris Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania.

What's in a Name?

The Story Behind "Prosperity"

The name "Prosperity" has an interesting story. It comes from the early settlers who first lived there. They were very hopeful about their future and believed their new home would bring them good fortune and success. This feeling of optimism led them to choose the name "Prosperity."

Where is Prosperity Located?

Finding Prosperity on the Map

Prosperity is situated in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania. It's found within Morris Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania. The community is connected by Pennsylvania Route 18, a road that helps people travel through the area. You can see some of the local scenery from this route.

Prosperity route 18a - Copy
Prosperity, PA as seen from PA Route 18.
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