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Franklin Park, PA

Franklin Park is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 15,479 at the 2020 census. It is a suburb of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

Franklin Park was originally part of Western Pennsylvania's Depreciation Lands, but in 1823 residents petitioned to secede from Ohio Township and a new township was formed. In August of 1823, the township included land from what is today Franklin Park, Bradford Woods, and Marshall Township. Marshall Township was founded forty years later, while Bradford Woods seceded from Marshall in 1915.

Originally, Franklin Township had no towns, but the area's scattered businesses and residencies (which consisted of farms, schools, country stores, and churches) enjoyed a thriving oil and gas industry in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Subdivisions came after World War II and in August 1961 it finally became a borough.

Franklin Park is located at 40°35′26″N 80°5′31″W (40.590459, –80.092046). According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 13.6 square miles (35 km2), all land. 

Franklin Park has eight borders, including Marshall Township to the north, Pine Township in the northeast corner, McCandless to the east, Ross Township to the southeast, Ohio Township to the south, Sewickley Hills to the west, Bell Acres from the west-northwest to the northwest, and Economy in Beaver County in the northwest corner.

Franklin Park, PA places a high priority on health and wellness, with several facilities and programs dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle among residents. The UPMC Passavant Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Pure Athletex and Planet Fitness provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Check out Ignite Yoga Pittsburgh for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. The Franklin YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. CrossFit is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Turo Family Chiropractic Pittsburgh offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain.

The top sites in Franklin Park include North Park, Tree of Life Memorial Park, and Point State Park.

Population: 15,165 (2022). Area: 13.54 sq mi (35.08 km2). Elevation: 1,050 feet (320 m). ZIP Code: 15091. Area code: 724, 878. 

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Is Franklin Park, PA a good place to live?

Franklin Park is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Franklin Park offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Franklin Park, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Franklin Park and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Franklin Park are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Franklin Park, PA?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 4 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Franklin Park is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 82% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Franklin Park is one in 281.

What are the demographics of Franklin Park, PA?

Franklin Park is a city located in Allegheny County and Beaver County Pennsylvania. Franklin Park has a 2024 population of 14,868. Franklin Park is currently declining at a rate of -1.04% annually and its population has decreased by -4.03% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 15,492 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Franklin Park was White: 78.07%, Asian: 14.41%, Black or African American: 3.24%, Two or more races: 3.01%, Other race: 1.05%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.22%, and Native American: 0%.

Sources

Borough of Franklin Park

Wikipedia

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

North Park

Tree of Life Memorial Park

Point State Park

UPMC Passavant Hospital

Pure Athletex

Planet Fitness

Ignite Yoga Pittsburgh

Franklin YMCA

CrossFit

Turo Family Chiropractic Pittsburgh

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