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College Township, PA

College Township is a township in Centre County, Pennsylvania. It is part of the State College, Pennsylvania metropolitan statistical area. The population was 10,762 at the 2020 census, which was a 13% increase from the 2010 census. College Township was formed on November 25, 1875, from Howard Township.

Two major Native American archaeological sites are located in College Township. Known as the Tudek and Houserville sites, they were used during the Archaic period for the quarrying and reduction of stone tools made of jasper. Both sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 18.6 square miles (48.1 km2), all land. Mount Nittany is a prominent and well-known feature in the township.

College Township is bordered by Ferguson Township to the west, Patton Township to the northwest, Benner Township to the north, Harris Township to the south, and east, and the borough of State College to the south and west.

College Township contracts police service from the State College Police Department, while Penn State University Police provides coverage to the University Park campus.

It is served by the Alpha Fire Company for fire protection, which maintains one of its two substations in the College Township Municipal Building. Centre Lifelink EMS is based in College Township, as is Mount Nittany Medical Center which also provides emergency medical services.

A portion of State Correctional Institution – Rockview, a prison of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, is in College Township.

York Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Mount Nittany Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Check out Bhakti Yoga Center for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Treign Fit is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. State College Family Chiropractic offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. Centre Dance offers dance classes that promote physical fitness. For those interested in martial arts, Raptor Academy of Martial Arts offers classes for all ages.

Top sites in College Township, PA: Palmer Museum of Art, The Arboretum at Penn State, Millbrook Marsh Nature Center.

Population: 10,695 (2021). Area Code: 814. ZIP Code: 16801. Area: 18.6 square miles (48.1 km2). Elevation: 1,200 ft.

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What county is College Township, PA?

College Township is a township in Centre County, Pennsylvania. It is part of the State College, Pennsylvania metropolitan statistical area. The population was 10,762 at the 2020 census, which was a 13% increase from the 2010 census. College Township was formed on November 25, 1875, from Howard Township.

What are the demographics of College Township, PA expensive?

With 10,874 people, College is the 241st most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest College racial/ethnic groups are White (82.6%) followed by Two or More (5.7%) and Asian (5.7%). In 2022, the median household income of College households was $96,097. College households made slightly more than Jefferson township households ($96,081) and Deer Lake households ($95,938). However, 2.7% of College families live in poverty.

Is College Township, PA a good place to live?

College Township is in Centre County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in College Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In College Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in College Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in College Township are highly rated.

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Wikipedia

College Township

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Pennsylvania Demographics

Palmer Museum of Art

The Arboretum at Penn State

Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

Mount Nittany Medical Center 

Anytime Fitness

Bhakti Yoga Center

Treign Fit

State College Family Chiropractic

Centre Dance

Raptor Academy of Martial Arts

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