Homestead, Pennsylvania
Homestead: borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Homestead is a city located in the county of Allegheny in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,165 and a population density of 4,945 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,133 inhabitants.
The city was created 145 years ago in 1880.
Quick Facts about Homestead
| Population | 3,133 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Postal code | 15120 |
| Area | 0.64 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4059,-79.9120 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 03:00:14 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 4,895 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Homestead is located at 40°24'21"N 79°54'43"W (40.4059000, -79.9119900).
Homestead map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 8...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Homestead decreased by 1.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,165 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,194 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,192 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,190 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,178 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,154 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,207 | 1.65% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,182 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,163 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,149 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,133 | -0.51% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Homestead
1Rivers of Steel: Bost Building National Historic Landmark
623 E 8th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120, United States View details
Phone: +14124644020 | Website available
2Bryce-Mesta Mansion
548 Doyle Ave, Homestead, PA 15120, United States View details
3The Bost Building
623 E 8th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120, United States View details
Phone: +14124644020 | Website available
Where to Eat in Homestead
1Dave & Buster's
180 E Waterfront Dr, Homestead, PA 15120, United States View details
Phone: +14124621500 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Homestead, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211440 | Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15213-3890 |
| 211556 | Chatham University | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15232 |
| 215628 | Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15208-2594 |
| 211431 | Carlow University | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15213-3165 |
| 215293 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15260 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Homestead, 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 Homestead.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Post Office | Homestead (PA) | 15120 |
| Munhall Post Office | Homestead (PA) | 15120 |
| Hazelwood Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15207 |
| Swissval Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15218 |
| Squirrel Hill Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15217 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Homestead, Florida The most populous city in Miami-Dade County, Florida. with a population of 69,292 people.
- Homestead, Michigan township in Chippewa County, Michigan with a population of 2,408 people.
- Homestead, Missouri human settlement in Ray County, Missouri, United States of America with a population of 184 people.
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
Homestead distances to largest Pennsylvania cities