Steelton, Pennsylvania
Steelton: borough in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
About
Steelton is a city located in the county of Dauphin in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,990 and a population density of 3,153 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,957 inhabitants.
The city was created 160 years ago in 1865.
Quick Facts about Steelton
| Population | 5,957 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Postal code | 17113 |
| Area | 1.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.2354,-76.8414 |
| Named for | steel |
| Altitude | 1,033 feet / 315 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1866 (160 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:25:40 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 3,135 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.55% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 48℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Steelton is located at 40°14'7"N 76°50'29"W (40.2353700, -76.8413600).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Steelton decreased by 0.55% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,990 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,982 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,979 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,970 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,967 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,956 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,948 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,952 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,951 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,962 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,957 | -0.08% | estimation process |
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People born in Steelton (15)
People born in Steelton, including professional basketball player Dennis Stewart, football player and coach Bull Behman, football player Duke Maronic, .
More notable people
- Frank Sinkovitz (American football player (1923-1989)) he was born in 20/05/1923
- Homer Litzenberg (American Marine Corps general) he was born in 08/01/1903
- John Yovicsin (American football player and coach (1918-1989)) he was born in 17/10/1918
- Marne Intrieri (American football player (1907-1969)) he was born in 13/09/1907
- Ralph Farina (American football player (1905-1984)) he was born in 21/02/1905
- Ron Buxton (American politician) he was born in 23/03/1949
- Sam A. Kozer (American politician) he was born in 19/10/1871
- Troy Drayton (American football player) he was born in 29/06/1970
- Marylouise Burke (American actress) she was born in 20/01/1941
- Orrin C. Evans (American journalist (1902-1971)) he was born in 05/09/1902
- Gloria Spencer she was born in 01/01/1937
- Ethan Cooper (American football player) he was born in 11/06/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Steelton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 446640 | Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Harrisburg (PA) | 17101-2208 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Steelton, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | 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 |
| LNC | Lancaster station | 53 McGovern Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Steelton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Steelton Post Office | Steelton (PA) | 17113 |
Other cities in Dauphin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dauphin County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg | 49,322 | The capital of Pennsylvania. |
| Hershey | 14,257 | Census designated place |
| Colonial Park | 13,229 | Census designated place |
| Progress | 9,765 | Census designated place |
| Linglestown | 6,334 | Census designated place |
| Paxtonia | 5,412 | Census designated place |
| Swatara | 4,830 | Township in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Hummelstown | 4,814 | Borough in southern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Skyline View | 4,003 | Census designated place |
| Lawnton | 3,813 | Census designated place |
| Penbrook | 2,976 | Borough in western Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Millersburg | 2,514 | Borough in northwestern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Highspire | 2,369 | Borough in southwestern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Matamoras | 2,364 | City in Washington County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Lykens | 1,771 | Borough in northeastern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
| Paxtang | 1,546 | Borough in southwestern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Steelton distances to largest Pennsylvania cities