Loretto, Pennsylvania
Loretto: human settlement in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States of America
About
Loretto is a city located in the county of Cambria in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,302 and a population density of 525 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,175 inhabitants.
The city was created 210 years ago in 1815.
Quick Facts about Loretto
| Population | 1,175 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Cambria County |
| Postal code | 15940 |
| Area | 2.48 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5031,-78.6303 |
| Altitude | 6,329 feet / 1929 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1816 (210 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 15:39:53 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 474 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -10.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Loretto is located at 40°30'11"N 78°37'49"W (40.5031300, -78.6303000).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Loretto decreased by 10.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,302 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,371 | 5.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,347 | -1.78% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,309 | -2.9% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,376 | 4.87% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,381 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,292 | -6.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,256 | -2.87% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,192 | -5.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,190 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,175 | -1.28% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Loretto
1Mount Assisi Gardens
131 St Francis Dr, Loretto, PA 15940, United States View details
Phone: +18146932800 | Website available
2Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
Franciscan Way, Loretto, PA 15940, United States View details
Phone: +18144723920 | Website available
People born in Loretto (1)
Medal of Honor recipient Augustin Flanagan was born in Loretto
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Loretto, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215743 | Saint Francis University | Loretto (PA) | 15940 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Loretto, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Loretto.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lor Post Office | Loretto (PA) | 15940 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Loretto, Tennessee city in Tennessee, USA with a population of 1,781 people.
- Loretto, Kentucky city in Kentucky with a population of 692 people.
- Loretto, Minnesota city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 658 people.
Other cities in Cambria County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cambria County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 18,939 | City in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Oil City | 9,618 | City of Pennsylvania |
| Conemaugh | 6,808 | Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Minersville | 4,133 | Borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania |
| Elim | 3,727 | City in Alaska |
| Greenwich | 3,640 | Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
| Northern Cambria | 3,456 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Ebensburg | 3,015 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Nanty Glo | 2,901 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Portage | 2,351 | Home rule municipality in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Geistown | 2,242 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Stonycreek | 2,074 | Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania |
| Southmont | 2,048 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Summit | 2,032 | Township in Somerset County, Pennsylvania |
| Riverside | 1,839 | Borough in northern Northumberland County, Pennsylvania |
| Cresson | 1,585 | Borough in Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Loretto distances to largest Pennsylvania cities