Erie, Pennsylvania

Erie: The second most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the shore of Lake Erie in northwestern Pennsylvania. Erie is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Erie Maritime Museum and the Erie Art Museum.

About

Erie is a city located in the county of Erie in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 101,786 and a population density of 5,335 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 95,077 inhabitants.

The city was created 229 years ago in 1795.

Erie is a city located in northwestern Pennsylvania along the shores of Lake Erie. The area was originally inhabited by the Eriez Native American tribe.

In 1795, the borough of Erie was laid out and settled as a frontier town. Its natural harbor made it well suited as a port and naval base.

Erie grew rapidly following construction of the Erie Canal in 1825, which connected the Great Lakes to the Hudson River and Atlantic Ocean. It emerged as a major shipping hub on the Great Lakes.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Erie became an industrial powerhouse, home to steel mills, iron manufacturing, and other factories. Its population swelled.

Erie Today

Today, Erie has a population around 95,000 residents. It has diversified its economy through healthcare, insurance, plastics, tourism and other industries.

Popular attractions include the Erie Maritime Museum, Presque Isle State Park, the Erie Zoo, and museums like the Erie Art Museum.

Erie continues to revitalize its downtown while preserving its maritime roots. The city balances its rich history with emerging opportunities.

Conclusion

Erie grew from its frontier origins into a Great Lakes industrial titan. The Erie Canal sparked rapid growth as a port hub. Erie has weathered economic shifts while retaining its identity and spirit. It honors over 200 years of history while moving forward.

Erie locator map
Location of Erie on Pennsylvania map.

Quick Facts about Erie

Population : 95,077 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Pennsylvania (United States)
County : Erie County
Postal code : 16546, 16563, 16530–16534, 16565, 16514–16515, 16550, 16553–16554, 16541, 16501–16512, 16538, 16544, 16522
Phone Area Codes : 814
Area : 19.08 km2
Altitude : 732 feet / 223 meters
Capital city : Erie is capital of Erie County
Establishment : April 04, 1795 (229 years ago)
Time Zone : UTC−05:00
Local time : 04:44:32 (23rd December 2024)
Density : 4,983 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : -7.06% (2010-2020)
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Geography

Erie is located at 42°7'45"N 80°5'6"W (42.1292200, -80.0850600).

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Demographics

According to census records, the population of Erie decreased by 7.06% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 101,786 - census
2011 101,511 -0.27% estimation process
2012 101,290 -0.22% estimation process
2013 100,532 -0.75% estimation process
2014 99,714 -0.82% estimation process
2015 99,030 -0.69% estimation process
2016 98,211 -0.83% estimation process
2017 97,214 -1.03% estimation process
2018 96,298 -0.95% estimation process
2019 95,508 -0.83% estimation process
2020 95,077 -0.45% estimation process

Erie zip code is 16501. County name: Erie, County fips: 42049

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People born in Erie (199)

People born in Erie, including figure skater Caryn Kadavy, actress Marilyn Burns, photographer Allan Sekula, .

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Schools in Erie

College & universities near Erie, PA

Code Name City ZIP
212601 Gannon University Erie (PA) 16541-0001
216427 Triangle Tech Inc-Erie Erie (PA) 16502-2594
213987 Mercyhurst University Erie (PA) 16546
407629 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Erie (PA) 16509-1025
213181 Great Lakes Institute of Technology Erie (PA) 16509-2482

Stations (4)

Amtrak & bus stations near Erie, PA

Code Name Address Type
ERI Union Station 125 West 14th Street RAIL
JMN Jamestown, New York 111 West Third Street BUS
FDN Fredonia, New York 1 State University of New York BUS
DUK Dunkirk, New York 411 Central Ave. BUS

Post offices near Erie

Post Office Name City ZIP
Downtown Er Post Office Erie (PA) 16501
South Er Post Office Erie (PA) 16508
Er Post Office Erie (PA) 16515
Presque Isl Post Office Erie (PA) 16506
Harborcreek Post Office Harborcreek (PA) 16421

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Other cities in Erie County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Erie County , PA.

City Name Population Title
Harborcreek 16,998 Township in Erie County, Pennsylvania
Corry 6,180 City of Pennsylvania
Edinboro 5,405 Borough in Pennsylvania, United States
North East 4,013 Borough of Pennsylvania
Lawrence Park 3,982 Human settlement in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Union City 3,097 Borough in Pennsylvania, United States
Wesleyville 3,093 Borough of Pennsylvania
Girard 2,897 Borough in Erie County, Pennsylvania
Albion 1,445 Borough in Erie County, Pennsylvania
Avonia 1,205 Census designated place
Cranesville 594 Borough of Pennsylvania
Platea 397 Borough of Pennsylvania
Mill Village 383 Borough of Pennsylvania
Wattsburg 381 Borough of Pennsylvania
Elgin 204 Borough of Pennsylvania

Distance to Other Cities

Erie distances to largest Pennsylvania cities