Forest City, Pennsylvania
Forest City: borough in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Forest City is a city located in the county of Susquehanna in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,911 and a population density of 2,033 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,721 inhabitants.
The city was created 155 years ago in 1870.
Quick Facts about Forest City
| Population | 1,721 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Susquehanna County |
| Postal code | 18421 |
| Area | 0.94 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.6515,-75.4666 |
| Altitude | 5,404 feet / 1647 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1871 (155 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:23:01 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,831 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.04% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 70℉ Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Forest City is located at 41°39'5"N 75°27'60"W (41.6514700, -75.4665700).
Forest City map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 70.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Forest City decreased by 11.04% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,911 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,879 | -1.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,862 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,835 | -1.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,815 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,799 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,772 | -1.52% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,769 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,755 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,741 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,721 | -1.16% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Forest City, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211024 | Clarks Summit University | South Abington Township (PA) | 18411-1250 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Forest City, 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Forest City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Forest City Post Office | Forest City (PA) | 18421 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Forest City, Florida city in Iowa, United States of America with a population of 13,854 people.
- Forest City, North Carolina town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 7,138 people.
- Forest City, Iowa human settlement in Iowa, United States of America with a population of 4,025 people.
- Forest City, Minnesota township in Meeker County, Minnesota with a population of 661 people.
- Forest City, Illinois township in Mason County, Illinois with a population of 249 people.
- Forest City, Missouri City in Holt County, Missouri, United States with a population of 246 people.
Other cities in Susquehanna County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Susquehanna County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Clifford | 2,242 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Lenox | 1,767 | Unincorporated community in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Dimock | 1,413 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Harford | 1,327 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Hallstead | 1,195 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Gibson | 1,165 | Unincorporated community in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Rush | 1,160 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Forest Lake | 1,101 | Township of Pennsylvania |
| Susquehanna | 955 | Borough in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Brooklyn | 904 | Human settlement in Pennsylvania, United States |
| New Milford | 833 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Great Bend | 663 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Choconut | 657 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Ararat | 518 | Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania |
| Lanesboro | 501 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Hop Bottom | 312 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Forest City distances to largest Pennsylvania cities