Harmar township, Pennsylvania
Harmar township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harmar township is a geographic entity located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,998. The land area covers 5.86 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,998 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.8 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,597 | ±115 | 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 | 1,663 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,597 | ±115 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 66 | ±57 |
| Median Home Value | $206,200 | ±$30,880 |
| Median Gross Rent | $935 | ±$141 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,075 | ±$9,937 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,910 | ±$7,873 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±6.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 422 | ±184 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,397 | ±154 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.8% | ±2.1% |
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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GUS Population: 3,021 (2024)
ID: 133653
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
701 FREEPORT RD, CHESWICK PA 15024-1205
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GUS Population: 1,231,814 (2024)
ID: 193970
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY EXECUTIVE
RM 101 ALLEGHENY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 436 GRANT ST, PITTSBURGH PA 15219
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Allison Park, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cheswick, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Pittsburgh, PA |
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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Citizens School of Nursing
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College | 3.2 mi away | 539 Pittsburgh Mills Circle, Tarentum, PA, 15084 |
7243375090
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OAKMONT CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 700 ALLEGHENY RIVER BLVD, OAKMONT, PA, 15139 |
(412) 828-9532
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UPMC St. Margaret School of Nursing
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College | 3.8 mi away | 221 Seventh Street, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA, 15238-3250 |
4127844980
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COOPER-SIEGEL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 403 FOX CHAPEL RD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15238 |
(412) 828-9520
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Institute of Medical Careers
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College | 5.7 mi away | 133 Jefferson Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235-3718 |
8557730758
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SPRINGDALE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 331 SCHOOL ST, SPRINGDALE, PA, 15144 |
(724) 274-9729
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Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
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College | 6.6 mi away | 616 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206-2596 |
4123625610
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PEOPLES LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 880 BARNES ST, NEW KENSINGTON, PA, 15068 |
(724) 339-1021
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Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc
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College | 7.4 mi away | 5808 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206-3706 |
4123628500106
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PENN HILLS LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1037 STOTLER ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15235 |
(412) 795-3507
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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 ACMETONIA LOCK 3, PA US, located 1.8 miles from Harmar township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.8° | 19.4° | 27.6° | 3.38" | — |
| February | 39.6° | 20.9° | 30.3° | 2.87" | — |
| March | 48.6° | 27.5° | 38.1° | 3.68" | — |
| April | 61.8° | 37.9° | 49.9° | 3.70" | — |
| May | 71.8° | 48.5° | 60.2° | 3.91" | — |
| June | 79.2° | 57.5° | 68.4° | 4.45" | — |
| July | 83.2° | 62.2° | 72.7° | 4.54" | — |
| August | 81.9° | 60.5° | 71.2° | 3.56" | — |
| September | 75.5° | 53.7° | 64.6° | 4.18" | — |
| October | 63.5° | 42.6° | 53.1° | 3.32" | — |
| November | 51.4° | 31.7° | 41.6° | 3.26" | — |
| December | 41.6° | 25.5° | 33.6° | 3.66" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakmont borough | Borough | 1.8 mi | — |
| Harwick CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Cheswick borough | Borough | 2.5 mi | — |
| Fox Chapel borough | Borough | 2.5 mi | — |
| Verona borough | Borough | 2.7 mi | — |
| Dorseyville CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4200332624. • 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.