Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona: A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Altoona is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Altoona Historical Society and the Altoona Railroaders Museum.
About
Altoona is a city located in the county of Blair in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 46,320 and a population density of 1,827 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,989 inhabitants.
The city was created 175 years ago in 1848.
Quick Facts about Altoona
| Population : | 42,989 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County : | Blair County |
| Postal code : | 16601–16603 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 814 |
| Area : | 25.36 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,207 feet / 368 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1849 (175 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time : | 05:04:51 (20th April 2024) |
| Density : | 1,695 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -7.75% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Altoona is located at 40°31'7"N 78°23'41"W (40.5186800, -78.3947400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Altoona
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Altoona decreased by 7.75% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 46,320 | - | census |
| 2011 | 45,793 | -1.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 45,582 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 45,260 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 44,986 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 44,680 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 44,286 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 43,969 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 43,663 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 43,364 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,989 | -0.87% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Altoona
1 World Famous Horseshoe Curve
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2 Lakemont Park
700 Park Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Railroaders Memorial Museum
1200 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
223 Park Hills Plaza, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Fort Roberdeau Historic Site
383 Fort Roberdeau Rd, Altoona, PA 16601, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Altoona
1 Texas Roadhouse
1560 Osgood Dr, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Chuck E. Cheese
Shopping Center, 3415 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Tilt Studio Logan Valley
5580 Goods Ln, Altoona, PA 16602, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Altoona (100)
People born in Altoona, including Katherine Kelso Cassatt, actress Janet Blair, biochemist, author, and intelligent design advocate Michael Behe, .
List
- Charlie Crist (politician) he was born in 24/07/1956
- Andrew Kevin Walker (American screenwriter) he was born in 14/08/1964
- Karen Davis (American activist) she was born in 04/02/1944
- Henry Kloss (American audio engineer) he was born in 21/02/1929
- Johnny Moore (American basketball player) he was born in 03/03/1958
- Jon Eardley (American musician) he was born in 30/09/1928
- Brian Sell (athletics competitor) he was born in 11/04/1979
- James Loy (Commander of the US Coast Guard and Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security) he was born in 10/08/1942
- Paul Winter (American saxophonist) he was born in 31/08/1939
- H. Beam Piper (American science fiction writer) he was born in 23/03/1904
- Harry Jacob Anslinger (1st Commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics (1892-1975)) he was born in 20/05/1892
- William Bell Walton (American politician (1871-1939)) he was born in 23/01/1871
- Doug West (American basketball player) he was born in 27/05/1967
- John Pielmeier (American stage actor) he was born in 23/02/1949
- Stan Jones (American football player and coach (1931-2010)) he was born in 24/11/1931
- Arthur Blake (American actor (1914-1985)) he was born in 24/02/1914
- Frank R. Strayer (actor, film writer, director and producer) he was born in 20/09/1891
- Helen Eby-Rock (American actress) she was born in 18/07/1896
Schools in Altoona
College & universities near Altoona, PA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 383367 | Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center | Altoona (PA) | 16602-3616 |
Stations (14)
Amtrak & bus stations near Altoona, PA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Altoona
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Post Office | Altoona (PA) | 16601 |
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Other cities in Blair County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Blair County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Frankstown | 7,193 | Township in Blair County, Pennsylvania |
| Hollidaysburg | 5,632 | Borough of Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Tyrone | 5,095 | Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Westmont | 4,625 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Roaring Spring | 2,399 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Martinsburg | 1,858 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Bellwood | 1,751 | Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Claysburg | 1,625 | Census designated place |
| Duncansville | 1,148 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Beavertown | 958 | Borough in western Snyder County, Pennsylvania |
| Newry | 307 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Altoona distances to largest Pennsylvania cities
