Girard, Pennsylvania
Girard: borough in Erie County, Pennsylvania.
About
Girard is a city located in the county of Erie in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,104 and a population density of 1,315 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,897 inhabitants.
The city was created 180 years ago in 1845.
Quick Facts about Girard
| Population | 2,897 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Erie County |
| Postal code | 16417 |
| Area | 2.36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0003,-80.3181 |
| Establishment | January 01, 1846 (180 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 07:17:45 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 1,228 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.67% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Girard is located at 42°0'1"N 80°19'5"W (42.0003300, -80.3181200).
Girard map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 66. East wind 7 to 12 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Girard decreased by 6.67% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,104 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,095 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,087 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,073 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,054 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,034 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,009 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,973 | -1.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,944 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,912 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,897 | -0.52% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Girard
1Sissons' Pumpkin Patch, LLC
11244 Springfield Rd, Girard, PA 16417, United States View details
Phone: +18148735201 | Website available
2Girard Borough Park
Girard, PA 16417, United States View details
3Battles Estate at the Hagen History Center, Girard PA Campus
436 Walnut St, Girard, PA 16417, United States View details
Phone: +18144541813 | Website available
People born in Girard (2)
People born in Girard, including baseball player Bones Ely, playwright and actor Denman Thompson, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Girard, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216418 | Fortis Institute-Erie | Erie (PA) | 16506-1013 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Girard, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERI | Union Station | 125 West 14th Street | RAIL |
| JMN | Jamestown, New York | 111 West Third Street | BUS |
| FDN | Fredonia, New York | 1 State University of New York | BUS |
| DUK | Dunkirk, New York | 411 Central Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Girard.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Girard Post Office | Girard (PA) | 16417 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Girard, Ohio town in Ohio. with a population of 9,159 people.
- Girard, Kansas city in Kansas, United States. with a population of 2,656 people.
- Girard, Illinois city in Illinois. with a population of 1,981 people.
Other cities in Erie County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Erie County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Erie | 95,077 | The second most populous city in Pennsylvania. |
| Harborcreek | 16,998 | Township in Erie County, Pennsylvania |
| Corry | 6,180 | City of Pennsylvania |
| Edinboro | 5,405 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| North East | 4,013 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Union City | 3,097 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Wesleyville | 3,093 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Albion | 1,445 | Borough in Erie County, Pennsylvania |
| Avonia | 1,205 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Girard distances to largest Pennsylvania cities