Frackville, Pennsylvania
Frackville: borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania
About
Frackville is a city located in the county of Schuylkill in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,805 and a population density of 2,470 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,598 inhabitants.
The city was created 165 years ago in 1860.
Quick Facts about Frackville
| Population | 3,598 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Schuylkill County |
| Postal code | 17931 |
| Area | 1.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.7840,-76.2302 |
| Altitude | 4,823 feet / 1470 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1861 (165 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 13:59:37 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 2,336 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.75% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Frackville is located at 40°47'2"N 76°13'49"W (40.7839800, -76.2302200).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Frackville decreased by 5.75% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,805 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,785 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,767 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,752 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,723 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,693 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,669 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,645 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,625 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,611 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,598 | -0.36% | estimation process |
People born in Frackville (2)
People born in Frackville, including Major League Baseball first baseman Ben Houser, trumpet player and session musician Roy Caton, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Frackville, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215886 | Schuylkill Technology Center | Frackville (PA) | 17931 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Frackville, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| ELT | Elizabethtown station | South Wilson Avenue at West High Street | RAIL |
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Frackville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Frackvill Post Office | Frackville (PA) | 17931 |
Other cities in Schuylkill County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Schuylkill County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pottsville | 13,409 | City in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Tamaqua | 6,633 | Borough in eastern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Schuylkill Haven | 5,086 | Borough in southern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Shenandoah | 4,738 | Borough in northern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| West Penn | 4,295 | Township in eastern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Minersville | 4,258 | Town of the United States |
| Mahanoy City | 3,928 | Borough in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| East Franklin | 3,804 | Township in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania |
| Hegins | 3,357 | Township in western Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Orwigsburg | 2,943 | Borough in southern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Lake Wynonah | 2,640 | Census designated place |
| McAdoo | 2,147 | Borough in northeastern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Pine Grove | 2,142 | Human settlement |
| Port Carbon | 1,769 | Borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Zerbe | 1,746 | Township in southern Northumberland County, Pennsylvania |
| Tremont | 1,656 | Borough in western Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Frackville distances to largest Pennsylvania cities