Bessemer, Pennsylvania
Bessemer: borough of Pennsylvania
About
Bessemer is a city located in the county of Allegheny in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,111 and a population density of 642 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,045 inhabitants.
The city was created 113 years ago in 1912.
Quick Facts about Bessemer
| Population | 1,045 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Phone Area Codes | 724 |
| Area | 1.73 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3945,-79.8542 |
| Establishment | January 01, 1913 (113 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:03:37 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 16112 |
| Density | 604 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.32% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 70℉ Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Bessemer is located at 40°23'40"N 79°51'15"W (40.3945100, -79.8542200).
Bessemer map
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Weather
Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. West wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bessemer decreased by 6.32% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,111 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,096 | -1.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,089 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,082 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,071 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,064 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,062 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,059 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,062 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,051 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,045 | -0.57% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bessemer, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 214786 | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny | McKeesport (PA) | 15132-7644 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bessemer, 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 Bessemer.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Braddock Post Office | Braddock (PA) | 15104 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Bessemer, Alabama City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States with a population of 26,043 people.
- Bessemer, Michigan township in Gogebic County, Michigan with a population of 1,075 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
Bessemer distances to largest Pennsylvania cities