Whitehall, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Whitehall, Pennsylvania
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Borough of Whitehall municipal building
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 Whitehall, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Incorporated | 1948 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.33 sq mi (8.61 km2) |
| • Land | 3.33 sq mi (8.61 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,064 |
| • Density | 4,530.53/sq mi (1,748.99/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| Zip code |
15236
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| Area code(s) | 412 |
| FIPS code | 42-84512 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1214840 |
Whitehall is a town, called a borough, located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 15,064 people lived there. This was an increase of 1,120 people since 2010. Whitehall is part of the larger Pittsburgh metropolitan area.
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The Story of Whitehall
How Whitehall Got Its Name
Whitehall likely got its name from a tavern owned by Silas D. Prior. This tavern was called "White Hall" in the 1850s. The old building still exists today, but it is now in Brentwood. Another idea is that the area was once known as Whitehall Driving Park. This park was located within Baldwin Township.
Becoming an Independent Town
In 1946, people living in certain parts of Baldwin Township wanted to form their own town. They started a process called "secession," which means separating from a larger area to become independent. On October 14, 1946, they submitted a request with 1,320 signatures.
Baldwin Township officials tried to stop this. They wanted to make Baldwin Township a borough itself, because it's harder to separate from a borough than from a township. However, on January 5, 1948, Whitehall officially separated from Baldwin Township. It became its own independent municipality. Former mayor Edwin F. Brennan said that Whitehall residents wanted better services and clearer rules for building and land use (called "zoning") than they had under the township.
Where is Whitehall Located?
Whitehall is located at coordinates 40.360292 degrees North and -79.986271 degrees West.
The United States Census Bureau states that Whitehall covers a total area of about 3.3 square miles (8.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Nearby Towns and Neighborhoods
Whitehall shares its borders with five different places:
- Overbrook, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, is to the north.
- Brentwood is to the northeast.
- Baldwin is to the south and east.
- Bethel Park is to the southwest.
- Castle Shannon is to the northwest.
People of Whitehall
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 7,342 | — | |
| 1960 | 16,075 | 118.9% | |
| 1970 | 16,450 | 2.3% | |
| 1980 | 15,143 | −7.9% | |
| 1990 | 14,451 | −4.6% | |
| 2000 | 14,444 | 0.0% | |
| 2010 | 13,944 | −3.5% | |
| 2020 | 15,064 | 8.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 14,444 people living in Whitehall. These people lived in 6,294 households, and 3,958 of these were families. The population density was about 4,398 people per square mile (1,700 people per square kilometer). There were also 6,519 housing units.
Most of the people in Whitehall were White (96.60%). Other groups included African American (1.42%), Asian (0.93%), and people of two or more races (0.74%). About 0.66% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 24% of households had children under 18 living with them. More than half (53.1%) were married couples. The average household had 2.23 people, and the average family had 2.87 people.
The median age in Whitehall was 44 years old. This means half the people were younger than 44 and half were older. About 19.4% of the population was under 18. About 24.2% were 65 years or older.
The median income for a household in 2000 was $45,111. For families, it was $60,371. The average income per person was $24,730. About 6.4% of the total population lived below the poverty line.
Fun and Facilities in Whitehall
Whitehall offers many things for its residents. There is a large swimming pool and a smaller wading pool for kids. You can also find four tennis courts and a community room at the town complex.
The Whitehall public library is also located here. It is considered one of the top 25 libraries in Pennsylvania. The town also has six ballfields and playgrounds spread out for everyone to enjoy. For those who like golf, the private South Hills Country Club offers golf, swimming, dining, and social events.
Caste Village is a big shopping center in Whitehall. It has many stores and offices and is a main spot for shopping. More stores can be found along Pennsylvania Route 51.
Whitehall has been recognized as one of the "Most Livable Communities" in the Pittsburgh area. This recognition came from PHH Technologies Services, a company that helps businesses with employee moves.
Learning in Whitehall
The Baldwin-Whitehall School District serves Whitehall. It also serves Baldwin Borough and Baldwin Township. Students in grades 9 through 12 from all three areas attend Baldwin High School.
Within Whitehall, you will find Whitehall Elementary School. J.E. Harrison Middle School and Baldwin High School are also located in the borough.
Other schools in Whitehall include:
- ACLD Tillotson School (for children and adults with learning disabilities) for grades K-12.
- Wesley Spectrum High School for grades 9-12.
- St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin School for grades K-8.
Getting Around Whitehall
Pennsylvania Route 51 is a main road that goes through Whitehall. It helps people travel to and from downtown Pittsburgh. The town also has four county bus lines, making it easier to get around without a car.
See also
In Spanish: Whitehall (Pensilvania) para niños
