Prospect, Pennsylvania
Prospect: borough in Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Prospect is a city located in the county of Cambria in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,169 and a population density of 287 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,112 inhabitants.
The city was created 229 years ago in 1796.
Quick Facts about Prospect
| Population | 1,112 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Cambria County |
| Area | 4.08 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3345,-78.9123 |
| Establishment | January 01, 1797 (229 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 09:46:23 (19th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 16052 |
| Density | 273 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.13% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Prospect is located at 40°20'4"N 78°54'44"W (40.3345200, -78.9122500).
Prospect map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Prospect decreased by 5.13% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,169 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,170 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,162 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,158 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,144 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,135 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,125 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,120 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,117 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,109 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,112 | 0.27% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Prospect, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211802 | DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center | Johnstown (PA) | 15905-4398 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Prospect, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
| ALT | Altoona Transportation Center | 1231 11th Avenue | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Prospect.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Johnstown Post Office | Johnstown (PA) | 15901 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Prospect, Connecticut town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 9,755 people.
- Prospect, Kentucky city in Kentucky with a population of 4,842 people.
- Prospect, Kansas township in Butler County, Kansas with a population of 2,402 people.
- Prospect, Pennsylvania township in Butler County, Kansas with a population of 1,135 people.
- Prospect, Ohio human settlement in Marion County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 994 people.
- Prospect, North Carolina census-designated place in Robeson County, North Carolina with a population of 981 people.
- Prospect, Maine human settlement in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 750 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
Prospect distances to largest Pennsylvania cities