Forward, Pennsylvania
Forward: township of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
About
Forward is a township located in the county of Somerset in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,531. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,018 inhabitants.
The township was created 157 years ago in 1869.
Quick Facts about Forward
| Population | 3,018 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Somerset County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1315,-78.8648 |
| Establishment | March 29, 1869 (157 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:36:53 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 16.14% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Forward is located at 40°7'53"N 78°51'53"W (40.1314700, -78.8647500).
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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 50%. Ne...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Forward increased by 16.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,531 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,537 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,527 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,522 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,568 | 1.79% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,618 | 1.91% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,653 | 1.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,693 | 1.49% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,749 | 2.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,852 | 3.61% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,018 | 5.5% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Forward, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215284 | University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown | Johnstown (PA) | 15904 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Forward, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
| GTV | Grantsville, MD | 3000 Chestnut Ridge Road | BUS |
| Code: C U M | Cumberland station | East Harrison and Queen City Street | RAIL |
| FSB | Frostburg, MD | 101 Braddock Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Forward.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hooversvill Post Office | Hooversville (PA) | 15936 |
Other cities in Somerset County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Somerset County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Williams | 6,115 | Township in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Somerset | 5,817 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Windber | 3,789 | Borough of in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Glade | 2,143 | Township in Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Meyersdale | 2,087 | Borough in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Berlin | 1,931 | Borough in Pennsylvania, USA |
| Randolph | 1,679 | Unincorporated community in Somerset County, Pennsylvania |
| Kimmel | 1,537 | Township in Bedford County, Pennsylvania |
| Friedens | 1,523 | Census designated place |
| Huston | 1,352 | Township in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania |
| Boswell | 1,180 | Town in Choctaw County, Oklahoma, United States |
| Davidsville | 1,130 | Census designated place |
| Milford | 985 | Borough in Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Paint | 930 | Borough in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Rockwood | 815 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Confluence | 722 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Forward distances to largest Pennsylvania cities