Bessemer borough, Pennsylvania
Bessemer borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bessemer borough is a geographic entity located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,038. The land area covers 1.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,038 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 383 | ±56 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 419 | ±56 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 383 | ±56 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 36 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $122,700 | ±$18,117 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$83 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,893 | ±$11,293 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,735 | ±$7,693 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 95 | ±53 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 472 | ±92 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.8% | ±4.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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BOROUGH OF BESSEMER
GUS Population: 1,043 (2024)
ID: 133572
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
PO BOX 789, BESSEMER PA 16112-0789
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GUS Population: 84,233 (2024)
ID: 173729
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
1492 E BROOK HARLANSBURG RD, NEW CASTLE PA 16101
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Darlington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaver Falls, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Beaver Falls, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Youngstown, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Youngstown, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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New Castle School of Trades
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College | 6.1 mi away | 4117 Pulaksi Road, New Castle, PA, 16101 |
7249648811
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F D CAMPBELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 209 HILLSVILLE RD., BESSEMER, PA, 16112 |
(724) 667-7939
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Butler Beauty Academy-New Castle Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 7.8 mi away | 314 E Washington St, New Castle, PA, 16101 |
7246546611
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SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 10418 MAIN ST., NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH, 44442 |
(330) 744-8636
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UPMC Jameson School of Nursing
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College | 7.9 mi away | 2414 Wilmington Road, New Castle, PA, 16105 |
7249363941
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POLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 311 S. MAIN ST., POLAND, OH, 44514 |
(330) 744-8636
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Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Boardman
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College | 10.5 mi away | 615 Boardman-Canfield Rd, Boardman, OH, 44512 |
33078233951105
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STRUTHERS LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 95 POLAND AVE., STRUTHERS, OH, 44471 |
(330) 744-8636
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Choffin Career and Technical Center
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College Vocational | 11.8 mi away | 200 E Wood St., Youngstown, OH, 44503-1600 |
33074487008701
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LAWRENCE COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 207 E NORTH ST, NEW CASTLE, PA, 16101 |
(724) 658-6659
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEW CASTLE 1 N, PA US, located 7.2 miles from Bessemer borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.9° | 19.0° | 27.9° | 2.86" | 10.1" |
| February | 39.7° | 19.5° | 29.6° | 2.20" | 7.7" |
| March | 49.2° | 26.5° | 37.8° | 3.08" | 3.7" |
| April | 62.9° | 35.9° | 49.4° | 3.65" | 0.3" |
| May | 73.3° | 46.8° | 60.1° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.5° | 56.1° | 68.8° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 60.4° | 73.1° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 58.9° | 71.9° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.6° | 52.2° | 65.4° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.3° | 41.2° | 53.8° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.1° | 31.7° | 42.4° | 2.96" | 0.8" |
| December | 41.8° | 24.9° | 33.3° | 3.13" | 4.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hillsville CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mount Jackson CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| S.N.P.J. borough | Borough | 3.4 mi | — |
| Edinburg CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| New Middletown village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4207305936. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.