Cresson, Pennsylvania
Cresson: borough in Pennsylvania
About
Cresson is a city located in the county of Cambria in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,651 and a population density of 3,440 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,585 inhabitants.
The city was created 124 years ago in 1901.
Quick Facts about Cresson
| Population | 1,585 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Cambria County |
| Different from | Cressona |
| Postal code | 16630 |
| Phone Area Codes | 814 |
| Area | 0.48 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4598,-78.5917 |
| Altitude | 2,057 feet / 627 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1902 (124 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:06:40 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 3,302 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Cresson is located at 40°27'35"N 78°35'30"W (40.4597900, -78.5916800).
Cresson map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 65. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Cresson decreased by 4.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,651 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,635 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,627 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,624 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,624 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,614 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,617 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,606 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,600 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,594 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,585 | -0.57% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Cresson, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 214166 | Mount Aloysius College | Cresson (PA) | 16630-1999 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Cresson, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Cresson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cresson Post Office | Cresson (PA) | 16630 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Cresson, Texas City in Hood County, Texas, United States with a population of 1,665 people.
Other cities in Cambria County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cambria County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 18,939 | City in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Oil City | 9,618 | City of Pennsylvania |
| Conemaugh | 6,808 | Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Minersville | 4,133 | Borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Elim | 3,727 | City in Alaska |
| Greenwich | 3,640 | Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
| Northern Cambria | 3,456 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Ebensburg | 3,015 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Nanty Glo | 2,901 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Portage | 2,351 | Home rule municipality in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Geistown | 2,242 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Stonycreek | 2,074 | Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Southmont | 2,048 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Summit | 2,032 | Township in Somerset County, Pennsylvania |
| Riverside | 1,839 | Borough in northern Northumberland County, Pennsylvania |
| Patton | 1,576 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Cresson distances to largest Pennsylvania cities