New Castle, Pennsylvania
New Castle: city in and the county seat of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
New Castle is a city located in the county of Clearfield in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 414 and a population density of 49 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 382 inhabitants.
The city was created 224 years ago in 1801.
Quick Facts about New Castle
| Population | 382 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Clearfield County |
| Different from | New Castle Township |
| Area | 8.53 km2 |
| Official name | New Castle |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8778,-78.3425 |
| Capital city | New Castle is capital of Lawrence County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1802 (224 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:03:09 (17th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 16101 |
| Density | 45 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
New Castle is located at 40°52'40"N 78°20'33"W (40.8778400, -78.3425200).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of New Castle decreased by 8.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 414 | - | census |
| 2011 | 411 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 409 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 407 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 403 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 400 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 397 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 394 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 391 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 388 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 382 | -1.57% | estimation process |
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179 Pearson Park Dr, New Castle, PA 16105, United States View details
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124 E Leasure Ave, New Castle, PA 16101, United States View details
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People born in New Castle (86)
People born in New Castle, including musician, singer, songwriter, record producer and composer Trent Reznor, actor Robert Sterling, cartoonist, creator of Plastic Man Jack Cole, .
More notable people
- Ralph J. Cicerone (American academic administrator (1943-2016)) he was born in 02/05/1943
- Anthony G. Bosco (Catholic bishop) he was born in 01/08/1927
- Raymond P. Shafer (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal (1917-2006)) he was born in 05/03/1917
- Herbert Robbins (American mathematician) he was born in 12/01/1915
- Charlie Bennett (Major League Baseball player) he was born in 21/11/1854
- Dennis Slamon (American physician) he was born in 08/08/1948
- David Young (American basketball player, born 1981) he was born in 18/08/1981
- Jonathan Craven (American actor) he was born in 20/03/1965
- Louise Tracy (founder of the John Tracy clinic (1896-1983)) she was born in 31/07/1896
- Mike Marshall (American musician) he was born in 17/07/1957
- Bruce Clark (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive lineman, defensive end) he was born in 14/07/1957
- Chuck Tanner (American baseball player) he was born in 04/07/1929
- Herschel Baltimore (American basketball player) he was born in 21/06/1921
- Dalpre Grayer (American actor) he was born in 08/08/1986
- Carl Boenish (American cinematographer and BASE jumper) he was born in 03/04/1941
- Matt DeSalvo (American baseball player) he was born in 11/09/1980
- Alec Shellogg (American football player (1914-1968)) he was born in 17/02/1914
- Bill McPeak (American football player and coach (1926-1991)) he was born in 24/07/1926
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to New Castle, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430908 | Clearfield County Career and Technology Center | Clearfield (PA) | 16830 |
| 214689 | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona | Altoona (PA) | 16601-3777 |
| 214777 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | University Park (PA) | 16802-1503 |
| 383367 | Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center | Altoona (PA) | 16602-3616 |
| 210748 | Altoona Beauty School Inc | Altoona (PA) | 16602-6039 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to New Castle, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TYR | Tyrone | Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St. | RAIL |
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| HGD | Huntingdon | Fourth and Allegheny Sts. | RAIL |
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to New Castle.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbin Post Office | Brisbin (PA) | 16620 |
| Houtzdal Post Office | Houtzdale (PA) | 16651 |
| Osceola Mill Post Office | Osceola Mills (PA) | 16666 |
| West Decatur Post Office | West Decatur (PA) | 16878 |
| Morann Post Office | Morann (PA) | 16663 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- New Castle, Pennsylvania city in and the county seat of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 22,375 people.
- New Castle, Indiana city in Indiana with a population of 17,106 people.
- New Castle, Delaware city in Delaware with a population of 5,394 people.
- New Castle, Colorado Colorado with a population of 4,962 people.
- New Castle, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 972 people.
- New Castle, Kentucky city in Kentucky, USA with a population of 930 people.
- New Castle, Virginia town in Virginia with a population of 155 people.
Other cities in Clearfield County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Clearfield County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem | 24,549 | City in Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Sandy | 10,357 | Town in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Mount Joy | 8,264 | Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| DuBois | 7,287 | City of Pennsylvania |
| Clearfield | 5,784 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Barrett | 4,145 | Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania |
| Treasure Lake | 3,861 | Census designated place |
| Ashland | 2,668 | Borough in northwestern Schuylkill county in the U. |
| Curwensville | 2,359 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Eden | 2,237 | Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Beccaria | 1,692 | Township in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania |
| Sterling | 1,420 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| Graham | 1,338 | Township in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania |
| Bigler | 1,220 | Township in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania |
| Osceola Mills | 1,058 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Plymptonville | 981 | Census designated place |