Whitaker, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Whitaker, Pennsylvania
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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 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.85 km2) |
| • Land | 0.30 sq mi (0.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,179 |
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1,235 |
| • Density | 4,172.30/sq mi (1,609.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
15120
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| Area code(s) | 412 |
| FIPS code | 42-84440 |
| School District | West Mifflin |
Whitaker is a small town, called a borough, located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It sits right by the Monongahela River, about 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the big city of Pittsburgh. In 2020, about 1,179 people lived here.
The town got its name from James Whitaker, who was one of the first people to settle in this area. Whitaker officially became a borough on January 4, 1904.
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Where is Whitaker Located?
Whitaker is found at 40°23′58″N 79°53′12″W / 40.39944°N 79.88667°W. This means it is in the northern part of the United States.
Land and Water Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, Whitaker covers a total area of about 0.33 square miles (0.85 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 0.3 square miles (0.77 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.03 square miles (0.09 square kilometers), is water. This water area makes up about 11.76% of the borough.
Neighboring Communities
Whitaker shares its land borders with two other places. To the northwest, it is next to Munhall. To the south and east, it borders West Mifflin.
Across the Monongahela River to the northeast, you can find the towns of Braddock and Rankin. Rankin is connected directly to Whitaker by the Rankin Bridge.
Who Lives in Whitaker?
The number of people living in Whitaker has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| 1910 | 1,547 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,881 | 21.6% | |
| 1930 | 2,072 | 10.2% | |
| 1940 | 2,217 | 7.0% | |
| 1950 | 2,149 | −3.1% | |
| 1960 | 2,130 | −0.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,797 | −15.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,615 | −10.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,416 | −12.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,338 | −5.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,271 | −5.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,179 | −7.2% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 1,235 | −2.8% | |
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Population Details (2000 Census)
In the year 2000, there were 1,338 people living in Whitaker. These people lived in 560 households, and 384 of these were families. The population density was about 4,427 people per square mile (1,709 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Whitaker were White (93.65%). About 5.01% were African American. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds or from two or more races. About 0.52% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 28.9% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- About 47.7% of households were married couples living together.
- The average household had 2.39 people, and the average family had 2.89 people.
Age and Income
In 2000, about 23.4% of the population was under 18 years old. About 17.0% were 65 years or older. The average age in Whitaker was 39 years.
The median income for a household was $34,239. For families, the median income was $39,250. About 14.6% of all people in Whitaker lived below the poverty line. This included 20.6% of those under 18 and 10.2% of those 65 or older.
Famous People from Whitaker
- Jeff Goldblum, a well-known actor, is from Whitaker.
See also
In Spanish: Whitaker (Pensilvania) para niños
