Mercersburg, Pennsylvania
Mercersburg: borough of Pennsylvania
About
Mercersburg is a city located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,561 and a population density of 1,734 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,527 inhabitants.
The city was created 246 years ago in 1779.
Quick Facts about Mercersburg
| Population | 1,527 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 17236 |
| Area | 0.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.8279,-77.9033 |
| Altitude | 1,831 feet / 558 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1780 (246 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:23:40 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,697 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.23% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Mercersburg is located at 39°49'40"N 77°54'12"W (39.8278700, -77.9033300).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Mercersburg decreased by 2.23% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,561 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,549 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,549 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,548 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,549 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,544 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,546 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,543 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,537 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,532 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,527 | -0.33% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Mercersburg
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People born in Mercersburg (13)
People born in Mercersburg, including Acting First Lady of the United States Harriet Lane, First Lady of the United States Jane Irwin Harrison, politician William Findlay, .
More notable people
- James Findlay (American politician (1770–1835)) he was born in 12/10/1770
- D. Elmer Hawbaker (American politician) he was born in 30/11/1916
- David Schley Schaff (American clergyman and football player (1852-1941)) he was born in 17/10/1852
- James A. Van Dyke (American mayor) he was born in 01/12/1813
- James I. Brownson (American academic administrator and clergyman) he was born in 14/03/1817
- John Findlay (American politician) he was born in 31/03/1766
- Thomas Bard McFarland (California judge and politician) he was born in 19/04/1828
- Blanche Nevin (American artist) she was born in 01/01/1841
- Edward Young Buchanan (clergyman, brother of US President James Buchanan) he was born in 30/05/1811
- Anne Eliza Foster Buchanan (sister of Stephen Foster; sister-in-law of James Buchanan) she was born in 12/01/1812
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Mercersburg, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 248633 | Franklin County Career and Technology Center | Chambersburg (PA) | 17202 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Mercersburg, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HNK | Hancock, MD | 434 East Main Street | BUS |
| HAG | Hagerstown, MD | 123 West Franklin Street | BUS |
| MRB | Martinsburg station | 229 East Martin St. | RAIL |
| HFY | Harpers Ferry | Potomac St. & Shenandoah St. | RAIL |
| FRC | Frederick, MD | 100 South East Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Mercersburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mercersburg Post Office | Mercersburg (PA) | 17236 |
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg | 21,231 | Borough in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Waynesboro | 10,906 | Borough in Pennsylvania |
| Old Forge | 7,838 | City in Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Salem | 6,367 | Township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania |
| Charlestown | 6,328 | Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania |
| Saint Thomas | 6,039 | Township in Franklin County, Pennsylvania |
| Quincy | 5,451 | City in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Greencastle | 3,989 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Wayne Heights | 2,545 | Census designated place |
| Mount Union | 2,312 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Brownsville | 2,203 | Borough in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Lurgan | 2,173 | City in United States of America |
| Metal | 1,857 | Township in Franklin County, Pennsylvania |
| Mont Alto | 1,729 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Marion | 1,269 | Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Concord | 1,268 | Human settlement in Pennsylvania, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Mercersburg distances to largest Pennsylvania cities