Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Williamsport: County seat of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Williamsport is a city located in the county of Lycoming in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 29,381 and a population density of 1,203 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 28,156 inhabitants.
The city was created 255 years ago in 1768.
Quick Facts about Williamsport
| Population : | 28,156 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County : | Lycoming County |
| Phone Area Codes : | 570 |
| Area : | 24.42 km2 |
| Altitude : | 518 feet / 158 meters |
| Capital city : | Williamsport is capital of Lycoming County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1769 (255 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 12:48:34 (21st December 2024) |
| Postal code : | 17701 |
| Density : | 1,153 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -4.35% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Williamsport is located at 41°14'28"N 77°0'4"W (41.2411900, -77.0010800).
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Official website of Williamsport
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Williamsport decreased by 4.35% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 29,381 | - | census |
| 2011 | 29,468 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29,513 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 29,297 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 29,194 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 29,028 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 28,746 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 28,498 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 28,391 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 28,186 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 28,156 | -0.11% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 49,678 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 52,131 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | -4.7% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 50,942 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 52,131 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 5.4% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 17.4% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 12.4% |
| Female persons, % : | 50.7% |
| White only, percent : | 87.7% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.3% |
| Asians alone % : | 2.0% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 4.0% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 5.4% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 83.8% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 2,270 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 8.6% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 43.1% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 43.1% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $158,100 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,431 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $643 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $797 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 24,713 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.02 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 81.5% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 12.2% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 92.1% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 85.3% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 94.0% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 46.5% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 9.3% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 8.2% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 74.3% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 69.9% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 86,440 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 270,527 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 204,869 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 255,589 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $4,974 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 23.9 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $53,290 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $36,464 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 14.0% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 4,605 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 2,802 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,539 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 361 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,116 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 401 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,026 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 9,419.3 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 5.53 |
Best Things to Do in Williamsport
1 Kaos Fun Zone
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2 Bruce E Henry Park
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3 The Taber Museum
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4 Memorial Park
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Where ot Eat in Williamsport
1 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
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2 Denny's
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3 Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
160 Via Bella St, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Hoss's
1954 E 3rd St, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 TGI Fridays
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Where to Stay in Williamsport
1 Holiday Inn Williamsport, an IHG Hotel
100 Pine St, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Hampton Inn Williamsport-Downtown
140 Via Bella St, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Best Western Williamsport Inn
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4 Hampton Inn & Suites Williamsport-Faxon Exit
66 Liberty Ln, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Red Roof Inn Williamsport
234 US-15, Williamsport, PA 17702, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Williamsport
1 Williamsport Streets Department
1550 W 3rd St, Williamsport, PA 17701, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Williamsport (85)
People born in Williamsport, including sprint hurdler Joanna Hayes, artist George Luks, basketball player Chevon Troutman, .
List
- Mike Mussina (professional baseball player) he was born in 08/12/1968
- Ernest Callenbach (American writer) he was born in 03/04/1929
- Jimmy Sherman (American jazz pianist and arranger, songwriter) he was born in 17/08/1908
- James Hall Huling (American politician (1844-1918)) he was born in 24/03/1844
- Robert W. Decker (American volcanologist) he was born in 11/03/1927
- J. Harold Grady (American politician (1917-2002)) he was born in 27/02/1917
- Alexander Cummings (American politician (1810-1879)) he was born in 17/11/1810
- Mike Taylor (American basketball coach) he was born in 29/08/1972
- Tom Marino (Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district) he was born in 13/08/1952
- William Farrand Prosser (Union Army officer) he was born in 16/03/1834
- William Schreyer (American businessman) he was born in 13/01/1928
- Joseph W. Girard (actor (1871-1949)) he was born in 02/04/1871
- Tina Russell (American movie film actress & model (1948-1981)) she was born in 23/09/1948
- Chantel Tremitiere (American professional women's basketball player) she was born in 20/10/1969
- Kelly Mazzante (American women's basketball player) she was born in 02/02/1982
- Albert Ralph Campbell (United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 08/04/1875
- Alfonso H. Lopez (American politician) he was born in 28/07/1970
- Allen E. Ertel (American politician) he was born in 07/11/1937
Schools in Williamsport
College & universities near Williamsport, PA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213668 | Lycoming College | Williamsport (PA) | 17701-5192 |
Stations (6)
Amtrak & bus stations near Williamsport, PA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
Post offices near Williamsport
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Center City Post Office | Williamsport (PA) | 17701 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Williamsport , Maryland town of the United States with a population of 2,074 people.
- Williamsport , Indiana county seat in Indiana with a population of 1,837 people.
- Williamsport , Ohio village in Pickaway County, Ohio, United States with a population of 1,085 people.
Other cities in Lycoming County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lycoming County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Newberry | 15,982 | Newberry Township, a burgeoning suburban area between Harrisburg and York, is home to a large number of young families. |
| Chippewa | 7,506 | Township in Beaver County, Pennsylvania |
| South Williamsport | 6,064 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Montoursville | 4,393 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Jersey Shore | 4,132 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Garden View | 2,503 | Census designated place |
| Texas | 2,417 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| Muncy | 2,406 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Hughesville | 2,024 | Village in Pettis County, Missouri |
| Montgomery | 1,502 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Duboistown | 1,170 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Moreland | 953 | Township in southeastern Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Steuben | 763 | Township in Crawford County, Pennsylvania |
| Picture Rocks | 643 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Bastress | 564 | Township in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Salladasburg | 223 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Williamsport distances to largest Pennsylvania cities
