Tarentum, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Tarentum, Pennsylvania
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Borough
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Tarentum as seen from the George D. Stuart Bridge, part of Pennsylvania Route 366
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| Motto(s):
The Crossroads of the Allegheny Valley
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Location in Allegheny County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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Location of Pennsylvania in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Incorporated | March 7, 1842 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.38 sq mi (3.58 km2) |
| • Land | 1.23 sq mi (3.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) |
| Elevation | 840 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,352 |
| • Density | 3,538.21/sq mi (1,366.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15084
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| Area code(s) | 724, 878 |
| FIPS code | 42-76104 |
| School district | Highlands |
Tarentum is a small town, called a borough, located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It is about 22 miles (35 km) northeast of Downtown Pittsburgh. The town sits along the Allegheny River.
Long ago, Tarentum was an important place for factories. They made things like plate glass and bottles here. Other products included bricks, lumber, and steel items. The Pennsylvania Railroad used to have a station in Tarentum. Its train tracks ran right through the town. In 2020, about 4,352 people lived in Tarentum. You can even see two statues of Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, displayed in the borough.
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Where is Tarentum Located?
Tarentum is found at these coordinates: 40°36′11″N 79°45′20″W.
The borough covers about 1.4 square miles (3.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.2 square miles (3.1 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water.
Rivers and Creeks
- The Allegheny River forms the eastern edge of Tarentum. It separates Tarentum from Westmoreland County.
- Bull Creek flows into the Allegheny River right in Tarentum.
- Little Bull Creek joins Bull Creek. It flows under Bull Creek Road (Pennsylvania Route 366) in Tarentum.
Towns Nearby
Tarentum shares its borders with several other towns:
- To the west is East Deer Township.
- To the northwest is Frazer Township.
- To the north is Fawn Township.
- To the northeast is Harrison Township.
- To the east is Brackenridge.
Across the Allegheny River to the southeast, in Westmoreland County, you'll find New Kensington and Lower Burrell. You can reach New Kensington by crossing the Tarentum Bridge.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 509 | — | |
| 1860 | 711 | 39.7% | |
| 1870 | 944 | 32.8% | |
| 1880 | 1,245 | 31.9% | |
| 1890 | 4,627 | 271.6% | |
| 1900 | 5,472 | 18.3% | |
| 1910 | 7,414 | 35.5% | |
| 1920 | 8,925 | 20.4% | |
| 1930 | 9,551 | 7.0% | |
| 1940 | 9,846 | 3.1% | |
| 1950 | 9,540 | −3.1% | |
| 1960 | 8,232 | −13.7% | |
| 1970 | 7,379 | −10.4% | |
| 1980 | 6,419 | −13.0% | |
| 1990 | 5,674 | −11.6% | |
| 2000 | 4,993 | −12.0% | |
| 2010 | 4,530 | −9.3% | |
| 2020 | 4,352 | −3.9% | |
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In 2000, there were 4,993 people living in Tarentum. These people lived in 2,170 homes. About 1,306 of these were families. The population density was about 4,011 people per square mile (1,549 people per square kilometer). There were 2,556 housing units in total.
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About 22% of the people were under 18 years old. About 15.8% were 65 years or older. The average age in Tarentum was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were about 88 males.
The average income for a household in Tarentum was about $26,895 per year in 2000. For families, the average income was about $32,042. About 15.6% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 24.1% of those under 18.
Tarentum's population has changed over time. In 1900, there were 5,472 people. By 1940, the population grew to 9,846. In 2000, it was 4,993 people.
Places to Visit and Learn
- The Community Library of Allegheny Valley, Tarentum Branch: This library serves the town and nearby areas. It's a great place to find books and learn.
- Allegheny-Kiski Valley Heritage Museum: You can visit this museum at 224 East Seventh Avenue. It teaches about the history of the Allegheny-Kiski Valley.
- Pittsburgh Mills: This large shopping mall is in nearby Frazer Township. Even though it's not in Tarentum, it uses a Tarentum postal code. It's one of the biggest malls in the United States!
Schools in Tarentum
Tarentum is part of the Highlands School District. The district has several schools:
- Highlands Elementary School: This school is in Tarentum and teaches students from grades 1 to 4.
- Highlands Early Childhood Center: This school is for Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten students.
- Highlands Middle School: This school teaches grades 5 to 8.
- Highlands High School: This school is for grades 9 to 12.
The mascot for the Highlands School District is the Golden Rams.
Famous People from Tarentum
Many interesting people have connections to Tarentum:
- Martin Chartier: A French-Canadian fur trader. He set up a trading post here in 1694 with his son, Peter Chartier.
- John Filo: A photographer who worked in Tarentum. He took a famous, award-winning photo at Kent State.
- John Baptiste Ford: An important businessman. He started the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company, now known as PPG Industries.
- John Grant: A writer who worked on shows for the famous comedy duo Abbott and Costello.
- Estelle Harris: An actress known for playing George Costanza's mother on the TV show Seinfeld. She lived in Tarentum and went to Tarentum High School.
- Samuel Kier: A pioneer in refining oil. He ran salt wells in Tarentum.
- Evelyn Nesbit: An artists' model and chorus girl. She was famous in her time and married Harry Thaw.
See also
In Spanish: Tarentum (Pensilvania) para niños
