Columbia County, county in Pennsylvania, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 64,842 inhabitants. The county was created 211 years ago in 1813. Its county seat is Bloomsburg.
There are 1 city/town in Columbia County, PA. The largest city of Columbia County is Espy with a population of 1,642.
Nestled in the Susquehanna River Valley of central Pennsylvania, Columbia County contains several historic small towns and communities. Here are some highlights:
Bloomsburg - The largest town and county seat, Bloomsburg has around 14,000 residents. It is home to Bloomsburg University and has a quaint downtown of shops and eateries.
Berwick - Sitting along the Susquehanna River across from Wilkes-Barre, Berwick has around 10,000 residents. It has ties to the railroad industry and Underground Railroad.
Catawissa - Home to around 1,500 people, Catawissa grew as a railroad town in the 1800s. The Catawissa Railroad Station Museum commemorates this history.
Millville - Nestled along Little Fishing Creek, Millville is a tiny village with just a few hundred residents. Its history dates back to the 1780s.
Orangeville - Originally called Hessville, Orangeville was first settled by German immigrants in the early 1800s. Just over 600 residents live here today.
Columbia County's small towns provide snapshots of Pennsylvania's past, from its colonial settlements and Native American heritage to the railroads and industries that drove development. Historic charm abounds.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Columbia County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Espy | CDP in central Columbia County, Pennsylvania | 1,642 |