West York, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West York, Pennsylvania
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The Ashley and Bailey Company Silk Mill
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Location in York County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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 West York, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
West York, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | York |
| Incorporated | 1904 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.53 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Land | 0.53 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,094  |
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5,079 |
| • Density | 8,706.67/sq mi (3,360.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
17404
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| Area code(s) | 717 |
| FIPS code | 42-84288 |
| Website | westyorkpa.gov |
West York is a small town, called a borough, located right next to the City of York. It is in York County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 5,094 people lived there.
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History of West York
West York started as a village known as Eberton. It officially became a borough in 1904.
Historic Places in West York
Several buildings in West York are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Ashley and Bailey Company Silk Mill, the William Shelly School and Annex, and the West Side Sanitarium. These places help us remember the past of West York.
Geography of West York
West York is located at coordinates 39°57′11″N 76°45′36″W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
Land Area of the Borough
The United States Census Bureau says that West York covers about 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the borough limits.
West York Police Department
The West York Borough Police Department (WYBPD) started in 1917. It is a full-time police force that works 24 hours a day. They respond to emergencies and investigate crimes in West York.
How the Police Department Works
The police department has a chief of police, sergeants, and patrol officers. Currently, there are 15 sworn police officers. They have a patrol division, a team that investigates crimes, and a special K-9 unit with police dogs. The officers use Ford Interceptors and Ford Tauruses as patrol cars. They also use police mountain bicycles.
West York Fire and EMS Services
The West York Fire Department (WYFD) protects the borough from fires. The borough pays fire drivers who operate the fire trucks. These drivers also check buildings for safety and issue permits for businesses and rental homes.
Volunteer Firefighters
The Reliance Fire Company was started in 1904. It is a group of volunteer firefighters. They help the paid drivers and use the borough's fire trucks. The volunteers also have their own utility truck and a vehicle for the duty officer. Both the paid and volunteer firefighters work from the same building.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Emergency medical services in West York are provided by First Capital EMS Station 5–1. This group helps people who need urgent medical care. It used to be called West York Ambulance before it joined with other EMS groups.
Population of West York
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 2,435 | — | |
| 1920 | 3,320 | 36.3% | |
| 1930 | 5,381 | 62.1% | |
| 1940 | 5,590 | 3.9% | |
| 1950 | 5,756 | 3.0% | |
| 1960 | 5,526 | −4.0% | |
| 1970 | 5,314 | −3.8% | |
| 1980 | 4,526 | −14.8% | |
| 1990 | 4,283 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 4,321 | 0.9% | |
| 2010 | 4,617 | 6.9% | |
| 2020 | 5,094 | 10.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 5,079 | 10.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 4,321 people living in West York. The population density was about 8,760 people per square mile. Most people were White (93.75%), with smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 2.96% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
There were 1,897 households in West York in 2000. About 30% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (42.6%) were not families, meaning they were individuals living alone or roommates. About 35.3% of all households were just one person.
Age Groups
The population of West York has different age groups. In 2000, about 25.2% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.8% were 65 years or older. The average age in the borough was 35 years.
Education in West York
Students in West York attend schools in the West York Area School District. The school mascot is a Bulldog, and the sports teams are known as the "Bulldogs."
Elementary Schools
Grace E. Loucks Elementary School used to be the only active school building in the borough. It closed in June 2015. Now, elementary school students go to nearby Wallace, Lincolnway, or Trimmer Schools.
Images for kids
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The Ashley and Bailey Company Silk Mill
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Location of West York in York County, Pennsylvania
See also
In Spanish: West York (Pensilvania) para niños
