Tarentum
Borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Tarentum is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, with 4,352 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 840 ft (256 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Brackenridge, 1.1 miles E.
- 4,352residents (2020 Census)
- 840 ftelevation · 256 m
- 1.2 sq miland area · 3.2 km²
- 3,538 / sq mipopulation density
- 15014ZIP code
About Tarentum
Tarentum is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, approximately 22 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, located along the Allegheny River. Incorporated in 1842 and founded by Henry Brackenridge, the borough historically served as an industrial center for glass, paper, steel, and brick manufacturing. The borough is connected to New Kensington via the George D. Stuart Bridge and is served by the Highlands School District.
The Pennsylvania Railroad operated a station in Tarentum; its rail line ran through the town. The population was 4,352 at the 2020 census. Two statues of Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, are displayed by the borough in Tarentum.
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Living in Tarentum
- Median household income
- $45,167
- Median home value
- $84,300
- Median rent
- $803/mo
- Median age
- 42.3
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Tarentum had 4,352 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 4,352 |
|---|---|
| Density | 3,538 per sq mi (1,366 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Tarentum at a glance
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
|---|---|
| County | Allegheny County |
| Type | Borough |
| Population | 4,352 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.23 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km²) |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6072° N, 79.7598° W |
| ZIP code | 15014 |
| Official website | tarentumboro.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4276104 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Tarentum
- Brackenridge1.1 mi E
- East Deer1.6 mi SW
- Frazer1.9 mi W
- Arnold2.0 mi S
- Natrona2.0 mi E
- Natrona Heights2.1 mi NE
- New Kensington2.4 mi S
- Lower Burrell2.7 mi SE
- Fawn3.0 mi N
- Harrison3.0 mi NE
- Russellton4.2 mi W
- Harwick4.3 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Tarentum
What county is Tarentum in?
Tarentum is in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
What is the population of Tarentum, PA?
4,352 people lived in Tarentum at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Tarentum, PA?
The ZIP code of Tarentum is 15014.
What is the elevation of Tarentum?
840 feet (256 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Tarentum?
Brackenridge (1.1 mi), East Deer (1.6 mi), Frazer (1.9 mi), Arnold (2.0 mi), Natrona (2.0 mi).
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