Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Selinsgrove: borough in eastern Snyder County, Pennsylvania
About
Selinsgrove is a city located in the county of Snyder in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,654 and a population density of 1,149 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,913 inhabitants.
The city was created 239 years ago in 1786.
Quick Facts about Selinsgrove
| Population | 5,913 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Snyder County |
| Postal code | 17870 |
| Area | 4.92 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.7990,-76.8622 |
| Altitude | 1,444 feet / 440 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1787 (239 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:37:17 (13th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,202 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Selinsgrove is located at 40°47'56"N 76°51'44"W (40.7989700, -76.8621900).
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Official website of Selinsgrove
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Selinsgrove increased by 4.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,654 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,614 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,684 | 1.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,784 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,785 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,916 | 2.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,902 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,946 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,922 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,902 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,913 | 0.19% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Selinsgrove
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People born in Selinsgrove (6)
People born in Selinsgrove, including electrical engineer Cummings C. Chesney, mayor Jacob S. Coxey, Sr., football player and coach Harvey Harman, .
More notable people
- Lillian Estelle Fisher (20th-century American historian and author) she was born in 01/05/1891
- John I. Woodruff (American football coach and politician) he was born in 24/11/1864
- Matthew Fries (American jazz pianist, composer, educator) he was born in 24/09/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Selinsgrove, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216278 | Susquehanna University | Selinsgrove (PA) | 17870-1025 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Selinsgrove, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
| ELT | Elizabethtown station | South Wilson Avenue at West High Street | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Selinsgrove.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Selinsgrov Post Office | Selinsgrove (PA) | 17870 |
Other cities in Snyder County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Snyder County , PA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shamokin Dam | 1,699 | Borough in northeastern Snyder County, Pennsylvania |
| McClure | 919 | Borough in southwestern Snyder County, Pennsylvania |
| Freeburg | 566 | Borough in eastern Snyder County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Selinsgrove distances to largest Pennsylvania cities