Verona, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Verona, Pennsylvania
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Lehner Grain-and-Cider Mill
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Location in Allegheny County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Settled | 1769 |
| Incorporated | 1871 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.60 sq mi (1.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.51 sq mi (1.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.24 km2) |
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| • Total | 2,492 |
| • Density | 4,774.26/sq mi (1,843.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
15147
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| Area code(s) | 412 |
| FIPS code | 42-80032 |
Verona is a small town, called a borough, located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is about 13 miles (21 km) northeast of downtown Pittsburgh. Verona sits along the left bank of the Allegheny River. In 2020, about 2,492 people lived in the borough.
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History of Verona
Verona got its name in a clever way. It was created by combining parts of two railroad stops: Verner and Iona. These stops were along the Allegheny Valley Railroad. James Verner was the person who founded the town.
Industries and Businesses
In the past, Verona was a busy place for different types of work. There were railroad shops, places that made tools, lumber yards, and factories that worked with steel and iron. A chemical plant also used to operate here.
One important company was Woodings-Verona Tool Works, Inc. They made tools on Jones Street. Today, American Beverage Corporation has a large factory in Verona. They make popular drinks like Daily's cocktail mixes and Little Hugs. This factory is located where a train roundhouse (a building for trains) once stood, next to Plum Creek.
Another company, Bunting Graphics, Inc., also operates in Verona. They create signs and architectural designs for places all over the world. They have even supplied signs for the National Parks System. In 1900, Verona had 1,904 residents, and by 1910, the population grew to 2,849.
Education in Verona
Students in Verona attend schools that are part of the Riverview School District. This district serves the children living in the borough.
Geography and Location
Verona is located at coordinates 40.504882 degrees north latitude and -79.840935 degrees west longitude.
The United States Census Bureau says that Verona covers a total area of 0.6 square miles (1.54 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 0.5 square miles (1.31 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.1 square miles (0.24 square kilometers), which is about 14.29% of the total area, is water.
Plum Creek
Plum Creek is a stream that flows right through the borough of Verona.
Neighboring Communities
Verona shares its borders with several other communities. To the north, you'll find Oakmont. To the east and south, Verona is next to Penn Hills Township. If you cross the Allegheny River to the west, you will reach O'Hara Township.
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Verona has changed throughout the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived in the borough during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,599 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,477 | −7.6% | |
| 1900 | 1,904 | 28.9% | |
| 1910 | 2,849 | 49.6% | |
| 1920 | 3,938 | 38.2% | |
| 1930 | 4,376 | 11.1% | |
| 1940 | 4,396 | 0.5% | |
| 1950 | 4,325 | −1.6% | |
| 1960 | 4,032 | −6.8% | |
| 1970 | 3,737 | −7.3% | |
| 1980 | 3,179 | −14.9% | |
| 1990 | 3,260 | 2.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,124 | −4.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,474 | −20.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,492 | 0.7% | |
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As of the 2000 census, Verona had 3,124 people living there. There were 1,376 households, and 806 of these were families. The average household had about 2.26 people, and the average family had about 2.98 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 23.9% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17.6% were 65 years old or older. The median age in Verona was 39 years.
Notable People from Verona
- Frank Saddler (1864–1921) was a famous Broadway orchestrator and music arranger. He lived in Verona during his childhood and early adult years.
See also
In Spanish: Verona (Pensilvania) para niños
