Nelson, Pennsylvania
Nelson: township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States of America
About
Nelson is a township located in the county of Tioga in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 571 and a population density of 51 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 555 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Nelson
| Population | 555 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Tioga County |
| Area | 11.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.9784,-77.2361 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 14:46:43 (30th May 2026) |
| Postal code | 16940 |
| Density | 49 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.88% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 43℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Nelson is located at 41°58'42"N 77°14'10"W (41.9784100, -77.2360900).
Nelson map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. Northwest wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Nelson decreased by 2.88% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 571 | - | census |
| 2011 | 577 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 581 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 575 | -1.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 570 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 566 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 560 | -1.07% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 553 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 560 | 1.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 560 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 555 | -0.9% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Nelson, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190442 | SUNY Corning Community College | Corning (NY) | 14830 |
Closest post offices linked to Nelson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Post Office | Nelson (PA) | 16940 |
Other cities in Tioga County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tioga County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Antrim | 15,871 | Unincorporated community in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| South Union | 10,106 | Township in Fayette County, Pennsylvania |
| Kennedy | 8,080 | Township of Pennsylvania |
| Wellsboro | 3,205 | Borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Mansfield | 2,972 | Borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Elkland | 1,724 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Blossburg | 1,471 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Morris | 1,096 | Unincorporated community in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Westfield | 1,027 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Covington | 1,011 | Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Tioga | 662 | Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Osceola | 628 | Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Gaines | 532 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Duncan | 220 | Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania |