Longswamp, Pennsylvania
Longswamp: township in Berks County, Pennsylvania
About
Longswamp is a township located in the county of Berks in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,679 and a population density of 249 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,777 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Longswamp
| Population | 5,777 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Berks County |
| Area | 22.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4982,-75.6549 |
| Altitude | 1,722 feet / 525 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:59:22 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 253 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Longswamp is located at 40°29'53"N 75°39'18"W (40.4981500, -75.6549100).
Longswamp map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 65. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Longswamp increased by 1.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,679 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,668 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,671 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,673 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,677 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,688 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,694 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,721 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,755 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,788 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,777 | -0.19% | estimation process |
People born in Longswamp (1)
American poet, known as the Poet Laureate of the Pennsylvania Dutch John Birmelin was born in Longswamp
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Longswamp, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213349 | Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | Kutztown (PA) | 19530-0730 |
| 457952 | Metro Beauty Academy | Allentown (PA) | 18106 |
| 213570 | Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown | Allentown (PA) | 18104-9889 |
| 211468 | Cedar Crest College | Allentown (PA) | 18104-6196 |
| 214175 | Muhlenberg College | Allentown (PA) | 18104 |
Nearby Transit Stations (28)
Rail and bus stations connected to Longswamp, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXT | Exton | 425 Walkertown Road | RAIL |
| PAO | Paoli | 13 Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
| DOW | Downingtown | West Lancaster Ave. and Stuart Ave. | RAIL |
| COT | Coatesville | Third Ave. and Fleetwood St. | RAIL |
| ARD | Ardmore | Station Road and Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Longswamp.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mertztown Post Office | Mertztown (PA) | 19539 |
| Topton Post Office | Topton (PA) | 19562 |
| Albur Post Office | Alburtis (PA) | 18011 |
| Breinigsvill Post Office | Breinigsville (PA) | 18031 |
| Maxatawny Post Office | Maxatawny (PA) | 19538 |
Other cities in Berks County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Berks County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 88,217 | The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania. |
| Muhlenberg | 20,331 | Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
| Bloomsburg | 13,749 | Town in Columbia County, Pennsylvania |
| Wyomissing | 10,605 | City in Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Maxatawny | 7,202 | Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
| Shillington | 5,300 | Village and civil parish in Bedfordshire, UK |
| Colebrookdale | 5,136 | Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
| Birdsboro | 5,128 | Borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Kutztown | 5,070 | City in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Whitfield | 4,733 | Town in Pennsylvania, USA |
| Hamburg | 4,445 | Borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| West Reading | 4,294 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Lorane | 4,236 | Census designated place |
| Reiffton | 4,178 | Census designated place |
| Fleetwood | 4,095 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Sinking Spring | 4,095 | Borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Longswamp distances to largest Pennsylvania cities