Robinson Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Robinson Township
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Township
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Location of Robinson Township in Washington County
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Location of Washington County in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Washington County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 21.18 sq mi (54.86 km2) |
| • Land | 21.12 sq mi (54.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,931 |
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1,895 |
| • Density | 89.85/sq mi (34.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 724 |
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,193 | — | |
| 2010 | 1,931 | −11.9% | |
| 2018 (est.) | 1,895 | −1.9% | |
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Robinson Township is a community located in Washington County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is a type of local government area known as a township. In 2010, about 1,931 people lived here.
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About Robinson Township
Robinson Township is part of Washington County. This county is in the state of Pennsylvania. The township is a rural area. It has a mix of open spaces and homes.
Where is Robinson Township?
Robinson Township is in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania. It is located within Washington County. This county is known for its history and natural beauty.
How Big is the Township?
The total area of Robinson Township is about 21.18 square miles (54.86 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.15 square kilometers), is water.
Land and Water Areas
- Land area: 21.12 square miles (54.71 square kilometers)
- Water area: 0.06 square miles (0.15 square kilometers)
People in Robinson Township
The number of people living in Robinson Township changes over time. The United States Census counts people every ten years. This helps us understand population changes.
Population Changes Over Time
In 2000, the population was 2,193 people. By 2010, it had decreased to 1,931 people. A recent estimate from 2018 suggests the population is around 1,895.
Population Data
- 2000 Census: 2,193 people
- 2010 Census: 1,931 people
- 2018 Estimate: 1,895 people
Population Density
Population density tells us how many people live in each square mile. In 2010, about 89.85 people lived per square mile in Robinson Township. This is a relatively low number. It means the township is not very crowded.
Time Zone Information
Robinson Township follows the Eastern Time Zone. This is the same time zone as many other places on the East Coast of the United States.
Standard and Daylight Saving Time
- During standard time (EST), the time is UTC-4.
- During daylight saving time (EDT), the time is UTC-5. This means clocks are moved forward one hour in spring. They are moved back one hour in fall.
Important Codes
Every place in the United States has special codes. These codes help identify it.
Area Code
The telephone area code for Robinson Township is 724. This code is used for phone numbers in the area.
FIPS Code
Robinson Township also has a FIPS code. This is a special number used by the government. It helps identify geographic areas. The FIPS code for Robinson Township is 42-125-65376.
