Youngwood, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Youngwood, Pennsylvania
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Youngwood business district (Depot Street)
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Location of Youngwood in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
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 Youngwood, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Westmoreland |
| Settled | 1899 |
| Incorporated | November 10, 1902 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.92 sq mi (4.98 km2) |
| • Land | 1.92 sq mi (4.97 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 954 ft (291 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,975 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
15697
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| Area code(s) | 724 |
| FIPS code | 42-87232 |
| Website | http://www.youngwood.org |
Youngwood is a small town, also known as a borough, located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's a place with a rich history tied to the railroads.
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Youngwood's History
Youngwood was first settled in 1899. It was built on land that belonged to a farmer named John Y. Woods. The town's name, Youngwood, comes from combining John Y. Woods's last name with his mother's father's name, which was Young.
The town grew because of the Pennsylvania Railroad. This railroad had a branch that ran from Greensburg south to Uniontown. In 1900, a very large area was built for sorting railroad cars. This "classification yard" was a big part of Youngwood's economy for many years.
Youngwood officially became a borough on November 10, 1902. The railroad station, built in the same year, is still standing on Depot Street today.
Geography of Youngwood
Youngwood is located at coordinates 40°14′22″N 79°34′50″W / 40.23944°N 79.58056°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the borough covers about 1.9 square miles (4.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Neighboring Communities
Youngwood is mostly surrounded by Hempfield Township. The only other place it shares a border with is New Stanton, which is to the southwest.
Population of Youngwood
The population of Youngwood has been counted many times over the years. Here's how the number of people living in Youngwood has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,881 | — | |
| 1920 | 2,275 | 20.9% | |
| 1930 | 2,783 | 22.3% | |
| 1940 | 2,546 | −8.5% | |
| 1950 | 2,720 | 6.8% | |
| 1960 | 2,813 | 3.4% | |
| 1970 | 3,057 | 8.7% | |
| 1980 | 3,749 | 22.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,372 | −10.1% | |
| 2000 | 4,138 | 22.7% | |
| 2010 | 3,050 | −26.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,975 | −2.5% | |
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As of the 2020 census, there were 2,975 people living in Youngwood.
Westmoreland County Community College
The main campus of Westmoreland County Community College is located right in Youngwood. This college offers many different programs for students.
Famous People from Youngwood
- George Blanda: A very famous American football player was born in Youngwood. He was a quarterback and kicker and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
