Valencia, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Valencia, Pennsylvania
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Borough
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| Borough of Valencia | |
Valencia Presbyterian Church
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Location of Valencia in Butler County, Pennsylvania.
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Location of Pennsylvania in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Butler County |
| Settled | 1897 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.34 sq mi (0.88 km2) |
| • Land | 0.34 sq mi (0.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 537 |
| • Density | 1,579.41/sq mi (610.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
16059
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| Area code(s) | 724 |
| FIPS code | 42-79504 |
| School District | Mars Area School District |
Valencia is a small town, called a borough, located in Butler County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 537 people lived there. It's a quiet community with a rich history.
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History of Valencia
How Valencia Got Its Name
Valencia was not always called Valencia! At first, it was known as Brookside. Later, in the 1890s, its name changed to Sunnyside. However, when the railroad came through, they needed to change the name again. There was already a train stop called Sunnyside in another part of Pennsylvania. No one knows for sure how the name Valencia was chosen, but it stuck!
Becoming a Borough
Valencia officially became a borough in September 1896. This meant it could have its own local government. The town chose its first leader, called a burgess (which is like a mayor today), named James Douthett Magee. A group of seven council members also helped run the town. These first council members were Edward Cowan, J. D. Perry, C. F. Harrobin, J. A. Cox, J. C. Barr, P. E. Cooper, and W. J. Craig.
Geography of Valencia
Where is Valencia Located?
Valencia is found in the southern part of Butler County, Pennsylvania. It sits in a valley near the start of a stream called Breakneck Creek. The town is surrounded by other areas. To the north, east, and west, it borders Adams Township. To the south, it touches Richland and Pine townships, which are in Allegheny County.
Size of the Borough
According to the United States Census Bureau, Valencia is quite small. It covers a total area of about 0.87 square kilometers (or 0.34 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the borough's official borders.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 149 | — | |
| 1910 | 240 | 61.1% | |
| 1920 | 303 | 26.3% | |
| 1930 | 308 | 1.7% | |
| 1940 | 296 | −3.9% | |
| 1950 | 298 | 0.7% | |
| 1960 | 310 | 4.0% | |
| 1970 | 351 | 13.2% | |
| 1980 | 340 | −3.1% | |
| 1990 | 364 | 7.1% | |
| 2000 | 384 | 5.5% | |
| 2010 | 551 | 43.5% | |
| 2020 | 537 | −2.5% | |
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Over the years, the number of people living in Valencia has changed. The chart on the left shows how the population has grown and shrunk since 1900. In 2020, there were 537 residents.
Who Lives in Valencia?
In 2000, there were 384 people living in Valencia. Most residents were White. A small number of people were African American or Pacific Islander, or from two or more racial backgrounds.
The town had 100 households. Many of these households (35%) had children under 18 living there. About 57% of households were married couples. The average age of people in Valencia in 2000 was 51 years old. This means there were many older residents in the community.
Education in Valencia
Local Schools
Students in Valencia attend schools within the Mars Area School District. This school district serves several communities, including Valencia. The district has a few different schools for students of all ages:
- Mars Area Primary Center (for younger children)
- Mars Area Elementary School
- Mars Area Centennial School
- Mars Area Middle School
- Mars Area High School (for older students)
