Big Run, Pennsylvania
Big Run: borough of Pennsylvania, United States
About
Big Run is a city located in the county of Dauphin in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 624 and a population density of 879 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 594 inhabitants.
The city was created 204 years ago in 1821.
Quick Facts about Big Run
| Population | 594 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Postal code | 15715 |
| Area | 0.71 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5706,-76.7439 |
| Altitude | 4,229 feet / 1289 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1822 (204 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:22:52 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 837 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.05% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Big Run is located at 40°34'14"N 76°44'38"W (40.5706400, -76.7438600).
Big Run map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Southeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Big Run decreased by 5.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 624 | - | census |
| 2011 | 620 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 617 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 620 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 614 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 612 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 608 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 603 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 600 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 599 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 594 | -0.84% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Big Run, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216278 | Susquehanna University | Selinsgrove (PA) | 17870-1025 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Big Run, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
| ELT | Elizabethtown station | South Wilson Avenue at West High Street | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
| LNC | Lancaster station | 53 McGovern Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Big Run.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lyken Post Office | Lykens (PA) | 17048 |
Other cities in Dauphin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dauphin County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg | 49,322 | The capital of Pennsylvania. |
| Hershey | 14,257 | Census designated place |
| Colonial Park | 13,229 | Census designated place |
| Progress | 9,765 | Census designated place |
| Linglestown | 6,334 | Census designated place |
| Steelton | 5,957 | Borough in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Paxtonia | 5,412 | Census designated place |
| Swatara | 4,830 | Township in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Hummelstown | 4,814 | Borough in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Skyline View | 4,003 | Census designated place |
| Lawnton | 3,813 | Census designated place |
| Penbrook | 2,976 | Borough in western Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Millersburg | 2,514 | Borough in northwestern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Highspire | 2,369 | Borough in southwestern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Matamoras | 2,364 | City in Washington County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Lykens | 1,771 | Borough in northeastern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |