South Williamsport, Pennsylvania
South Williamsport: borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
About
South Williamsport is a city located in the county of Lycoming in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,379 and a population density of 1,139 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,064 inhabitants.
The city was created 236 years ago in 1789.
Quick Facts about South Williamsport
| Population | 6,064 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Lycoming County |
| Postal code | 17702 |
| Area | 5.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.2320,-76.9991 |
| Altitude | 522 feet / 159 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1790 (236 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:24:45 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,083 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
South Williamsport is located at 41°13'55"N 76°59'57"W (41.2320200, -76.9991300).
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 73. South wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of South Williamsport decreased by 5.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,379 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,373 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,385 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,331 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,298 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,245 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,190 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,137 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,112 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,068 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,064 | -0.07% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 9,360 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 9,273 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 0.9% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 9,521 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 9,186 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 5.8% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 24.5% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 19.2% |
| Female persons, % : | 51.0% |
| White only, percent : | 96.2% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 0.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.4% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.7% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 2.7% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 1.0% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 95.7% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 556 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 1.0% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 63.5% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 63.5% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $151,100 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,183 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $448 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $736 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 3,847 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.40 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 88.5% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 2.7% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 92.3% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 85.9% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 95.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 22.2% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 6.5% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 7.9% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 61.7% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 55.4% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 10,878 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 10,307 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 71,193 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $7,779 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 24.0 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $60,180 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $28,059 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 9.2% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 724 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 387 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 224 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 52 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 600 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 35 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 614 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 1,672.5 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 5.49 |
Best Things to Do in South Williamsport
1World of Little League Museum
525 US-15, South Williamsport, PA 17702, United States View details
Phone: +15703263607 | Website available
2Goodyear Blimp
S Williamsport Community Park Loop, South Williamsport, PA 17702, United States View details
Where to Eat in South Williamsport
1Subway
26 E Southern Ave, South Williamsport, PA 17701, United States View details
Phone: +15703229942 | Website available
People born in South Williamsport (1)
American ornithologist and environmentalist Robert Porter Allen was born in South Williamsport
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to South Williamsport, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213668 | Lycoming College | Williamsport (PA) | 17701-5192 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to South Williamsport, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEW | Lewistown | 150 Helen Street | RAIL |
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to South Williamsport.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| South Williamspor Post Office | Williamsport (PA) | 17702 |
Other cities in Lycoming County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lycoming County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Williamsport | 28,156 | County seat of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Newberry | 15,982 | Newberry Township, a burgeoning suburban area between Harrisburg and York, is home to a large number of young families. |
| Chippewa | 7,506 | Township in Beaver County, Pennsylvania |
| Montoursville | 4,393 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Jersey Shore | 4,132 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Garden View | 2,503 | Census designated place |
| Texas | 2,417 | Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania |
| Muncy | 2,406 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Hughesville | 2,024 | Village in Pettis County, Missouri |
| Montgomery | 1,502 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Duboistown | 1,170 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Moreland | 953 | Township in southeastern Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Steuben | 763 | Township in Crawford County, Pennsylvania |
| Picture Rocks | 643 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Bastress | 564 | Township in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Salladasburg | 223 | Borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
South Williamsport distances to largest Pennsylvania cities