Ransom Township, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ransom Township
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Village of Ransom within Ransom Township
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Location of Pennsylvania in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Lackawanna |
| Founded | 1849 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.02 sq mi (46.68 km2) |
| • Land | 17.70 sq mi (45.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.32 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,401  |
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1,408 |
| • Density | 77.86/sq mi (30.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 570 |
| FIPS code | 42-069-63432 |
Ransom Township is a small community located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's a quiet place where about 1,400 people live. The township also includes a village called Milwaukee.
A Look at Ransom's History
Ransom Township was first created in 1849. Back then, it was part of Luzerne County. It was formed from parts of two other townships: Exeter and Newton.
The township got its name from Samuel Ransom. He was a brave captain who fought and died in the Battle of Wyoming. This important battle happened nearby. Later, in 1878, Ransom Township became part of the new Lackawanna County.
Where is Ransom Township?
Ransom Township covers an area of about 18 square miles (46.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. A small part, about 0.3 square miles (0.9 square kilometers), is water. This means there are some lakes or rivers within the township's borders.
Who Lives in Ransom Township?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 1,420 | — | |
| 2020 | 1,401 | −1.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,408 | −0.8% | |
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In 2020, about 1,401 people lived in Ransom Township. In 2010, there were 1,420 people. This shows the population has stayed pretty similar over time.
Most people living here are White. A small number are African American or Asian. About 1.3% of the population identifies with two or more races. A very small percentage of the people are of Hispanic or Latino background.
There are about 564 households in the township. A household means all the people living in one home. Many of these households are married couples living together. About 26% of homes have children under 18 living there. The average household has about 2.5 people.
The people in Ransom Township are of different ages. About 19% are under 18 years old. Most people, about 64%, are between 18 and 64 years old. Around 17% of the population is 65 years old or older. The average age in the township is about 45 years.
