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Upper Providence Township, PA

Upper Providence Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2010 census, the township population was 21,219.

William Penn, the founder and first governor of the colonial-era Province of Pennsylvania, originally owned the land that is present-day Upper Providence. After selling off most of the land, he kept a large tract on the east side of the Schuylkill River, which included Upper and Lower Providence and parts of Perkiomen and Worcester. William Penn named the land “The Manor of Gilberts” after his mother's maiden name.

The first person to settle in this area was Edward Lane, who bought 2,500 acres of land from William Penn in 1701. Edward and his wife established the Episcopal church in Lower Providence. In 1717, John Jacob Schrack came to the township from Germany. Schrack was able to convince Rev. Henry Melchior Muhlenberg to relocate to this area. Muhlenberg was the founder of the Lutheran church in the United States, the first of which was founded in Trappe.

In March 1725, the farmers formed the township, which was then called Providence and included Upper and Lower Providence.

Upper Providence Township was established in 1805 by the division of the former Providence Township along the Perkiomen Creek. In 1896, the Boroughs of Collegeville and Trappe were created from the northeastern portions of the township, yielding the present township boundaries.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 18.2 square miles (47.2 km²), 17.8 square miles (46.2 km² of which is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km² (2.09%) of which is water. Upper Providence is bordered to the northwest by Royersford and Limerick Township; to the northeast by Perkiomen Township, Trappe Borough, and Collegeville; to the southeast, separated by the Perkiomen Creek, is Lower Providence Township; and to the southwest, separated by the Schuylkill River, is Chester County.

Upper Providence Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Phoenixville Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Brandywine Living is a premier provider of quality care and services to seniors. For a luxurious spa experience, visit The Spa at The Hotel Hershey, which provides a wide range of treatments in a serene environment. For sports enthusiasts, Spooky Nook Sports offers facilities for a multitude of sports and fitness activities. If you are looking for a wellness retreat, The Lodge at Woodloch Spa offers an immersive experience in a beautiful natural setting. For a comprehensive wellness facility, visit DeMay Spa. Anytime Fitness and Planet Fitness provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training options.

Top sites in Upper Providence Township, PA are Philadelphia Museum of Art, Valley Forge National Historical Park, and American Treasure Tour Museum.

Population: 10,937 (2025). Elevation: 295 feet (90 meters). Area: 15.6 square miles (40.4 km²). ZIP Code: 19426. Area Code: 610, 484.

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Is Upper Providence, PA a good place to live?

Upper Providence Township is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Upper Providence Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Upper Providence Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many families live in Upper Providence Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Upper Providence Township are highly rated.

What county is Upper Providence Township, PA?

Upper Providence Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2010 census, the township population was 21,219. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 18.2 square miles (47.2 km²), 17.8 square miles (46.2 km² of which is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km² (2.09%) of which is water.

What are the demographics of Upper Providence, PA?

With 24,863 people, Upper Providence township is the 71st most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest Upper Providence township racial/ethnic groups are White (76.9%) followed by Asian (13.6%) and Hispanic (3.3%). In 2022, the median household income of Upper Providence township households was $132,065. Upper Providence township households made slightly more than New Garden households ($130,870) and West Whiteland households ($130,784) . However, 1.5% of Upper Providence township families live in poverty.

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Upper Providence Township

Wikipedia

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Pennsylvania Demographics

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Valley Forge National Historical Park

American Treasure Tour Museum

Phoenixville Hospital

Brandywine Living

The Spa at The Hotel Hershey

Spooky Nook Sports

The Lodge at Woodloch Spa

DeMay Spa

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

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