Cities & Towns in Centre County, PA
Centre County, county in Pennsylvania, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 161,496 inhabitants. The county was created 224 years ago in 1800. Its county seat is Bellefonte.
There are 5 city/town in Centre County, PA. The largest city of Centre County is Park Forest Village with a population of 9,660. Other cities include, Pleasant Gap population 2,879, Philipsburg population 2,678, Pine Grove Mills population 1,502 and Port Matilda population 582
Park Forest Village
Park Forest Village, Census designated place
Pleasant Gap
Pleasant Gap, Census designated place
Philipsburg
Philipsburg, Capital city of Sint Maarten
Nestled in the mountains of central Pennsylvania, Centre County contains a diverse mix of college towns, quaint villages, and rural communities. Some of the notable cities and towns to explore in Centre County include:
State College is the largest borough and county seat. It is best known as the home of Pennsylvania State University and offers a lively, youthful feel with live music, cafes, festivals, and college town culture.
Bellefonte, situated along Spring Creek, provides small town charm with its Victorian architecture, specialty shops, and parks. The historic courthouse and nearby Talleyrand Park are community focal points.
Philipsburg, originally a planned 19th century company town, retains much of its original colonial style and layout. Local restaurants, breweries, and shops line the main street through town.
Villages like Lemont, Port Matilda, and Stormstown embody the rural heart of Centre County with cozy general stores, community halls, and natural scenery. Outdoor recreation abounds in the area's forests and valleys.
With its blend of collegiate energy, quaint villages, and natural beauty, Centre County’s cities and towns appeal to residents and visitors of all ages seeking campus culture or a peaceful countryside escape.
All Centre County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Centre County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Park Forest Village | Census designated place | 9,660 |
| Philipsburg | Capital city of Sint Maarten | 2,678 |
| Pine Grove Mills | Census designated place | 1,502 |
| Pleasant Gap | Census designated place | 2,879 |
| Port Matilda | Borough of Pennsylvania | 582 |
