Howard, Pennsylvania
Howard: borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America
About
Howard is a city located in the county of Centre in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 720 and a population density of 2,000 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 728 inhabitants.
The city was created 256 years ago in 1769.
Quick Facts about Howard
| Population | 728 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Centre County |
| Area | 0.36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.0142,-77.6581 |
| Altitude | 2,283 feet / 696 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1770 (256 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:05:00 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 16841 |
| Density | 2,022 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.1% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Howard is located at 41°0'51"N 77°39'29"W (41.0142300, -77.6580500).
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 68. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possibl...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Howard increased by 1.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 720 | - | census |
| 2011 | 739 | 2.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 747 | 1.07% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 742 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 738 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 741 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 743 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 743 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 740 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 735 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 728 | -0.96% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Howard
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Howard, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 369668 | Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology | Pleasant Gap (PA) | 16823 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Howard, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Howard.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Howard Post Office | Howard (PA) | 16841 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Howard, Ohio township in Knox County, Ohio with a population of 6,023 people.
- Howard, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,389 people.
- Howard, Wisconsin village in Wisconsin, United States of America with a population of 812 people.
- Howard, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 600 people.
- Howard, Indiana unincorporated town in Liberty Township, Parke County, Indiana, USA with a population of 340 people.
- Howard, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 137 people.
Other cities in Centre County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Centre County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| State College | 41,366 | The largest city in Centre County, Pennsylvania. |
| Park Forest Village | 9,660 | Census designated place |
| Bellefonte | 6,188 | County seat of Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Boalsburg | 3,722 | Census designated place |
| Pleasant Gap | 2,879 | Census designated place |
| Philipsburg | 2,678 | Capital city of Sint Maarten |
| Stormstown | 2,366 | Census designated place |
| Coaldale | 2,131 | Borough in eastern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Woodward | 2,116 | Census designated place |
| Houserville | 1,814 | Census designated place |
| Pine Grove Mills | 1,502 | Census designated place |
| Centre Hall | 1,216 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Milesburg | 1,064 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Central City | 1,021 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Millheim | 876 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Snow Shoe | 758 | Township in Centre County, Pennsylvania |