Crafton, Pennsylvania
Crafton: borough of Pennsylvania
About
Crafton is a city located in the county of Allegheny in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,951 and a population density of 5,220 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,731 inhabitants.
The city was created 134 years ago in 1892.
Quick Facts about Crafton
| Population | 5,731 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Postal code | 15205 |
| Phone Area Codes | 412 |
| Area | 1.14 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4351,-80.0662 |
| Altitude | 876 feet / 267 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:29:40 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 5,027 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.84% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Crafton is located at 40°26'6"N 80°3'58"W (40.4350700, -80.0661700).
Crafton map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Crafton decreased by 3.84% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,951 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,000 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,999 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,993 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,969 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,924 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,880 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,833 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,800 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,770 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,731 | -0.68% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Crafton
1Crafton Park
117 W Steuben St, Crafton, PA 15205, United States View details
Phone: +14129210752 | Website available
People born in Crafton (4)
People born in Crafton, including former football coach and player Bill Cowher, United States Marine Corps general Alpha L. Bowser, Pittsburgh radio and television presenter Paul Shannon, .
More notable people
- John E. Henderson (American politician) he was born in 04/01/1917
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Crafton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 483054 | Barber School of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15220 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Crafton, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGH | Union Station | 1100 Liberty Avenue | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Crafton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Crafton Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15205 |
Other cities in Allegheny County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegheny County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 299,226 | The second most populous city in Pennsylvania and the center of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. |
| Bethel Park | 32,118 | Home rule municipality of Pennsylvania |
| Mount Lebanon | 31,418 | Municipality in Pennsylvania |
| Monroeville | 28,176 | City in Alabama, United States |
| Plum | 26,993 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Moon | 25,204 | Township in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania |
| Unity | 21,600 | Township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Upper Saint Clair | 19,896 | Home rule municipality in Allegheny County |
| West Mifflin | 19,588 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| McKeesport | 18,927 | City in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Wilkinsburg | 15,186 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Franklin Park | 14,883 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Cecil | 13,220 | Township in Washington County, Pennsylvania |
| Elizabeth | 11,494 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Jefferson Hills | 11,136 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Munhall | 10,930 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Crafton distances to largest Pennsylvania cities