Damascus, Pennsylvania
Damascus: human settlement in Pennsylvania, United States
About
Damascus is a city located in the county of Wayne in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,659. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,622 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Damascus
| Population | 3,622 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Postal code | 18415 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.7031,-75.0682 |
| Altitude | 735 feet / 224 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:41:27 (11th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Damascus is located at 41°42'11"N 75°4'6"W (41.7031400, -75.0682200).
Damascus map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 53. Northwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Damascus decreased by 1.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,659 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,654 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,645 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,637 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,631 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,616 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,602 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,599 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,619 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,624 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,622 | -0.06% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Damascus, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 195988 | Sullivan County Community College | Loch Sheldrake (NY) | 12759-5151 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Damascus, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
| POU | Poughkeepsie station | 41 Main St. | RAIL |
| RHI | Rhinecliff–Kingston station | Hutton and Charles Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Damascus.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cochecton Post Office | Cochecton (NY) | 12726 |
Other cities in Wayne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wayne County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Honesdale | 4,298 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Cherry Ridge | 1,848 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| South Canaan | 1,772 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| Dyberry | 1,404 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| Waymart | 1,263 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Hawley | 1,138 | Borough of Pennsylvania, United States |
| Cascade | 397 | Township in northeastern Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Prompton | 233 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Bethany | 222 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Starrucca | 165 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Damascus distances to largest Pennsylvania cities