Wernersville, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Wernersville, Pennsylvania
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The Lerch Tavern, a historic site on Penn Avenue in Wernersville in 2011
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Location in of Wernersville in Berks County, Pennsylvania
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 Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Berks |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| • Land | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,776 |
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2,799 |
| • Density | 3,727.03/sq mi (1,438.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
19565
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| Area code(s) | 610 and 484 |
| FIPS code | 42-82296 |
Wernersville is a small town, called a borough, located in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. In 2020, about 2,776 people lived there.
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Where is Wernersville Located?
Wernersville is found at these coordinates: 40°19′48″N 76°4′51″W / 40.33000°N 76.08083°W. This means it's in a specific spot on the map.
A Look Back at Wernersville's History
Wernersville as a Resort Town
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Wernersville was a popular resort area. People from big cities like Philadelphia and New York City would travel here. They came to relax and enjoy the cool mountain air from South Mountain. It was easy to get to, as it was a stop on the Reading Railroad.
Many large hotels were built for these visitors. Some famous ones included Galen Hall, Bynden Wood, Grand View, and the Highland Hotel. Some of these places were even called sanatoriums. These were special places for people to rest and get better from illnesses. For example, they helped people with conditions like tuberculosis. One of the most well-known was Dr. Robert Walter's Mountain Park.
Over time, most of these old resort hotels have disappeared. Some were destroyed by fire or torn down. Others were changed into different kinds of buildings. However, some smaller houses that were part of the resorts are now private homes.
Important Buildings and Institutions
In 1891, the Wernersville State Hospital opened. It was first known as the State Asylum for the Chronic Insane. The original hospital buildings are still standing today. The State Hospital is still in use.
There is also a Jesuit Center in Wernersville. It has a small community of Jesuits, who are members of a Catholic religious order. This place used to be a training center for new Jesuits. Later, this training center moved to Syracuse, New York.
Two historic buildings in Wernersville are very important. The Lerch Tavern and Wertz Mill are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value.
How People Get Around Wernersville
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As of 2008, Wernersville had about 11.45 miles of public roads. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) takes care of 2.56 miles of these roads. The borough itself maintains the other 8.89 miles.
U.S. Route 422 is the main highway that goes through Wernersville. It runs from the northwest to the southeast. This road is also known as Penn Avenue within the borough.
People of Wernersville: Demographics
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Wernersville has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 797 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,096 | 37.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,160 | 5.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,280 | 10.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,462 | 14.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,761 | 20.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,811 | 2.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,934 | 6.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,150 | 11.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,494 | 16.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,776 | 11.3% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 2,799 | 12.2% | |
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Who Lives in Wernersville?
Based on the 2000 census, there were 2,150 people living in Wernersville. Most of the residents were White (97.77%). There were also smaller percentages of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 0.88% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There were 843 households in the borough. About 27.9% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (55.2%) were married couples living together. About 10.2% of households had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Wernersville was 41 years old. About 20.6% of the population was under 18. About 21.3% of the population was 65 years or older.
The median income for a household in Wernersville was $45,605. This means half of the households earned more than this, and half earned less. For families, the median income was $54,103. A small percentage of families (3.4%) and people (4.4%) lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Wernersville para niños
