Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Pottstown: borough in Pennsylvania, United States
About
Pottstown is a city located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 22,377 and a population density of 4,511 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 22,580 inhabitants.
The city was created 274 years ago in 1751.
Quick Facts about Pottstown
| Population | 22,580 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Different from | Pottsville |
| Postal code | 19464, 19465, 19464 |
| Phone Area Codes | 610 |
| Area | 4.96 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.2454,-75.6496 |
| Altitude | 203 feet / 62 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1752 (274 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:19:43 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 4,552 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.9% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Pottstown is located at 40°14'43"N 75°38'59"W (40.2453700, -75.6496300).
Pottstown map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 66. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Pottstown increased by 0.9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,377 | - | census |
| 2011 | 22,462 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 22,490 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 22,599 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 22,710 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 22,676 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 22,695 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 22,676 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 22,648 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 22,600 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 22,580 | -0.09% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Pottstown
1Memorial Park
75 W King St, Pottstown, PA 19464, United States View details
Phone: +16109706608
2Manatawny Still Works
320 Circle of Progress Dr #104, Pottstown, PA 19464, United States View details
Phone: +14846248271 | Website available
3Pottsgrove Manor
100 W King St, Pottstown, PA 19464, United States View details
Phone: +16103264014 | Website available
4Connie Batdorf Park
2320 Pottstown Pike, Pottstown, PA 19465, United States View details
Phone: +16104690444 | Website available
5The United States Hot Air Balloon Team
1149 Glasgow St, Pottstown, PA 19464, United States View details
Phone: +18007635987 | Website available
People born in Pottstown (57)
People born in Pottstown, including screenwriter John W. Noble, Christian leader, founder of Albright's People Jacob Albright, National Women's Soccer League and United States national team goalkeeper Nicole Barnhart, .
More notable people
- Luther Cressman (American archaeologist) he was born in 24/10/1897
- Dante Calabria (American basketball player) he was born in 08/11/1973
- Earl Strom (American basketball referee) he was born in 15/12/1927
- Daryl Hall (American musician and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates) he was born in 11/10/1946
- Gerard Hallock (American ice hockey player) he was born in 04/06/1905
- Dick Ricketts (American baseball player) he was born in 04/12/1933
- Brett Eppehimer (American basketball player) he was born in 28/05/1976
- Dick Harter (American basketball coach) he was born in 14/10/1930
- Nick Eppehimer (American basketball player) he was born in 20/11/1979
- Bobby Shantz (American baseball player) he was born in 26/09/1925
- Aaron Beasley (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back, cornerback) he was born in 07/07/1973
- Benjamin Markley Boyer (American politician) he was born in 22/01/1823
- Bill Rotes (American baseball player) he was born in 27/06/1871
- Bill Wood (American football player and coach) he was born in 15/11/1894
- Billy Shantz (American baseball player) he was born in 31/07/1927
- Bobby Marshman (American racing driver) he was born in 24/09/1936
- Buck Weaver (Major League Baseball player) he was born in 18/08/1890
- David Rambo (American television writer and producer) he was born in 28/05/1955
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pottstown, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216524 | Ursinus College | Collegeville (PA) | 19426-1000 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Pottstown, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXT | Exton | 425 Walkertown Road | RAIL |
| DOW | Downingtown | West Lancaster Ave. and Stuart Ave. | RAIL |
| PAO | Paoli | 13 Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
| COT | Coatesville | Third Ave. and Fleetwood St. | RAIL |
| PAR | Parkesburg | W. First and S. Culvert Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Pottstown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pottstown Post Office | Pottstown (PA) | 19464 |
Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Abington | 55,285 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Haverford | 49,547 | A borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. |
| Cheltenham | 37,080 | Unincorporated community in Cheltenham Township, Pennsylvania |
| Norristown | 34,323 | County seat of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Horsham | 26,524 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| King of Prussia | 19,936 | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Limerick | 19,500 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Whitemarsh | 18,584 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Lansdale | 17,335 | Borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Willow Grove | 15,726 | Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, USA |
| West Norriton | 15,668 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Skippack | 14,554 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Franconia | 13,500 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| New Hanover | 13,464 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Montgomeryville | 12,624 | Census designated place |
| Lower Gwynedd | 11,531 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Pottstown distances to largest Pennsylvania cities