Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona: A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
About
Altoona is a city located in the county of Blair in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 46,320 and a population density of 1,827 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,989 inhabitants.
The city was created 177 years ago in 1848.
Quick Facts about Altoona
| Population | 42,989 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Blair County |
| Postal code | 16601–16603 |
| Phone Area Codes | 814 |
| Area | 25.36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5187,-78.3947 |
| Altitude | 1,207 feet / 368 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1849 (177 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 18:00:57 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,695 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.75% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 67℉ Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Altoona is located at 40°31'7"N 78°23'41"W (40.5186800, -78.3947400).
Altoona map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Altoona decreased by 7.75% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 46,320 | - | census |
| 2011 | 45,793 | -1.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 45,582 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 45,260 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 44,986 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 44,680 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 44,286 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 43,969 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 43,663 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 43,364 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,989 | -0.87% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Altoona
1World Famous Horseshoe Curve
2400 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Altoona, PA 16601, United States View details
Phone: +18149417743 | Website available
2Lakemont Park
700 Park Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18149497275 | Website available
3Railroaders Memorial Museum
1200 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18149460834 | Website available
4Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
223 Park Hills Plaza, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18146268616 | Website available
5Fort Roberdeau Historic Site
383 Fort Roberdeau Rd, Altoona, PA 16601, United States View details
Phone: +18149460048 | Website available
Where to Eat in Altoona
1Texas Roadhouse
1560 Osgood Dr, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18149447427 | Website available
2Chuck E. Cheese
Shopping Center, 3415 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18149422410 | Website available
3Tilt Studio Logan Valley
5580 Goods Ln, Altoona, PA 16602, United States View details
Phone: +18144223515 | Website available
People born in Altoona (100)
People born in Altoona, including Katherine Kelso Cassatt, actress Janet Blair, biochemist, author, and intelligent design advocate Michael Behe, .
More notable people
- Charlie Crist (politician) he was born in 24/07/1956
- Andrew Kevin Walker (American screenwriter) he was born in 14/08/1964
- Karen Davis (American activist) she was born in 04/02/1944
- Henry Kloss (American audio engineer) he was born in 21/02/1929
- Johnny Moore (American basketball player) he was born in 03/03/1958
- Jon Eardley (American musician) he was born in 30/09/1928
- Brian Sell (athletics competitor) he was born in 11/04/1979
- James Loy (Commander of the US Coast Guard and Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security) he was born in 10/08/1942
- Paul Winter (American saxophonist) he was born in 31/08/1939
- H. Beam Piper (American science fiction writer) he was born in 23/03/1904
- Harry Jacob Anslinger (1st Commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics (1892-1975)) he was born in 20/05/1892
- William Bell Walton (American politician (1871-1939)) he was born in 23/01/1871
- Doug West (American basketball player) he was born in 27/05/1967
- John Pielmeier (American stage actor) he was born in 23/02/1949
- Stan Jones (American football player and coach (1931-2010)) he was born in 24/11/1931
- Arthur Blake (American actor (1914-1985)) he was born in 24/02/1914
- Frank R. Strayer (actor, film writer, director and producer) he was born in 20/09/1891
- Helen Eby-Rock (American actress) she was born in 18/07/1896
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Altoona, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 383367 | Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center | Altoona (PA) | 16602-3616 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Altoona, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Altoona.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Post Office | Altoona (PA) | 16601 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Altoona, Iowa city in Polk County, Iowa, United States with a population of 19,503 people.
- Altoona, Wisconsin city in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin with a population of 8,062 people.
- Altoona, Alabama town in Etowah County, Alabama, USA with a population of 915 people.
- Altoona, Kansas city in Wilson County, Kansas, United States with a population of 371 people.
Other cities in Blair County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Blair County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Frankstown | 7,193 | Township in Blair County, Pennsylvania |
| Hollidaysburg | 5,632 | Borough of Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Tyrone | 5,095 | Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Westmont | 4,625 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Roaring Spring | 2,399 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Martinsburg | 1,858 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Bellwood | 1,751 | Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Claysburg | 1,625 | Census designated place |
| Duncansville | 1,148 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Beavertown | 958 | Borough in western Snyder County, Pennsylvania |
| Newry | 307 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Altoona distances to largest Pennsylvania cities