Dayton, Pennsylvania
Dayton: borough of Pennsylvania
About
Dayton is a city located in the county of Dauphin in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 553 and a population density of 1,455 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 503 inhabitants.
The city was created 176 years ago in 1849.
Quick Facts about Dayton
| Population | 503 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Postal code | 16222 |
| Phone Area Codes | 814 |
| Area | 0.38 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5768,-76.6486 |
| Altitude | 4,396 feet / 1340 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1850 (176 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:23:25 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,324 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.94% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Dayton is located at 40°34'36"N 76°38'55"W (40.5767500, -76.6485800).
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73°F
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6 to 13 mph SE
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Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Southeast wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Dayton decreased by 9.94% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 553 | - | census |
| 2011 | 548 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 541 | -1.29% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 539 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 535 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 529 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 525 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 519 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 514 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 510 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 503 | -1.39% | estimation process |
Dayton zip code is 16222.
County name: Armstrong, County
fips: 42005
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dayton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213507 | Lebanon Valley College | Annville (PA) | 17003-1400 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dayton, 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 Dayton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Williamstown Post Office | Williamstown (PA) | 17098 |
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- Dayton, Maine town in Maine, USA with a population of 2,107 people.
- Dayton, New York town in New York, USA with a population of 1,796 people.
- Dayton, Michigan township of Tuscola County, Michigan, USA with a population of 1,755 people.
- Dayton, Indiana town in Indiana, USA with a population of 1,667 people.
- Dayton, Virginia town in Rockingham County, Virginia, United States with a population of 1,642 people.
- Dayton, Wyoming town in Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States with a population of 830 people.
- Dayton, Iowa city in Webster County, Iowa, United States with a population of 798 people.
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- Dayton, Idaho city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 494 people.
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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 |