Hollidaysburg
Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania
Hollidaysburg is a borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, with 5,641 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 948 ft (289 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fort Fetter, 0.6 miles W.
- 5,641residents (2020 Census)
- 948 ftelevation · 289 m
- 2.3 sq miland area · 6.0 km²
- 2,417 / sq mipopulation density
- 16648ZIP code
About Hollidaysburg
Hollidaysburg is a borough in and the county seat of Blair County in the U.S. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is located on the Juniata River, 5 miles (8 km) south of Altoona and is part of the Altoona, Pennsylvania, metropolitan statistical area. In 1900, 2,998 people lived in the borough, in 1910, 3,734 lived there, and in 1940, 5,910 residents were counted. The population was 5,641 at the 2020 census. Coal, iron ore, ganister, and limestone are found in the vicinity. In the past, the borough had foundries and machine shops, a silk mill, car works and classification yards.
From 1834 to 1854, the borough was an important port on Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, where the Juniata Division Canal connected to the Allegheny Portage Railroad.
The center of Hollidaysburg is frequently referred to as "The Diamond," where the buildings and parking spaces form a diamond. This area serves as the hub for parades, festivals and other town celebrations.
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Living in Hollidaysburg
- Median household income
- $69,458
- Median home value
- $196,100
- Median rent
- $1,085/mo
- Median age
- 42.9
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Hollidaysburg had 5,641 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,641 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,417 per sq mi (933 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Hollidaysburg at a glance
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
|---|---|
| County | Blair County |
| Type | Borough |
| Population | 5,641 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.33 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.4311° N, 78.3930° W |
| ZIP code | 16648 |
| Official website | hollidaysburgpa.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4235224 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Hollidaysburg
- Fort Fetter0.6 mi W
- Sylvan Hills1.3 mi N
- Penn Farms1.5 mi SW
- Loop1.8 mi E
- Blair1.8 mi S
- Duncansville2.0 mi W
- Reservoir2.0 mi S
- Sunbrook2.1 mi W
- Cross Keys2.2 mi NW
- Lakemont2.3 mi N
- Geeseytown2.9 mi NE
- Canan Station3.0 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Hollidaysburg
What county is Hollidaysburg in?
Hollidaysburg is in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
What is the population of Hollidaysburg, PA?
5,641 people lived in Hollidaysburg at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Hollidaysburg, PA?
The ZIP code of Hollidaysburg is 16648.
What is the elevation of Hollidaysburg?
948 feet (289 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Hollidaysburg?
Fort Fetter (0.6 mi), Sylvan Hills (1.3 mi), Penn Farms (1.5 mi), Loop (1.8 mi), Blair (1.8 mi).
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