Jefferson township, Pennsylvania
Jefferson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jefferson township is a geographic entity located in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,403. The land area covers 41.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,403 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.8 yrs | ±9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 507 | ±82 | 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 | 1,768 | ±110 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 507 | ±82 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,261 | ±98 |
| Median Home Value | $229,400 | ±$22,211 |
| Median Gross Rent | $979 | ±$190 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,625 | ±$15,217 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,774 | ±$8,855 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 81 | ±41 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 569 | ±108 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±4.5% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 1,400 (2024)
ID: 191396
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SECRETARY-TREASURER
281 KUHNTOWN RD, SOMERSET PA 15501-6238
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GUS Population: 72,134 (2024)
ID: 173738
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
300 N CENTER AVE, STE 500, SOMERSET PA 15501-1472
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Jefferson | PK-06 | Jefferson, PA | |
| Regular School Jefferson | 07-12 | Jefferson, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Jones Mills, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Somerset, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Latrobe, 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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Somerset County Technology Center
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College Vocational | 11.4 mi away | 281 Technology Dr, Somerset, PA, 15501-4309 |
81444336516133
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MARY S BIESECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 230 S ROSINA AVE, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-4011
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Saint Vincent College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Rd, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7245399761
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SOMERSET COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 6022 GLADES PIKE, SUITE 120, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-2556
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Saint Vincent Seminary
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College | 18.1 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7248052395
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SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 6022 GLADES PIKE, SUITE 120, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-5907
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Westmoreland County Community College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA, 15697-1895 |
7249254077
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LIGONIER VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 120 WEST MAIN ST, LIGONIER, PA, 15658 |
(724) 238-6451
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University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
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College | 21.6 mi away | 150 Finoli Drive, Greensburg, PA, 15601-5860 |
7248377040
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MOUNT PLEASANT FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INC
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 120 S CHURCH ST, MOUNT PLEASANT, PA, 15666 |
(724) 547-3850
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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 HIDDEN VALLEY, PA US, located 2.2 miles from Jefferson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.8° | 16.7° | 24.3° | 4.48" | — |
| February | 34.8° | 17.9° | 26.4° | 4.86" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 24.6° | 34.2° | 4.48" | — |
| April | 57.1° | 34.0° | 45.6° | 5.54" | — |
| May | 66.5° | 47.2° | 56.9° | 5.37" | — |
| June | 72.2° | 55.8° | 64.0° | 4.73" | — |
| July | 76.9° | 61.2° | 69.1° | 4.15" | — |
| August | 75.0° | 58.9° | 67.0° | 4.72" | — |
| September | 70.1° | 52.1° | 61.1° | 4.31" | — |
| October | 58.6° | 40.0° | 49.3° | 4.10" | — |
| November | 46.5° | 30.2° | 38.4° | 4.18" | — |
| December | 36.8° | 22.6° | 29.7° | 5.01" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Springs borough | Borough | 4.4 mi | — |
| Edie CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Donegal borough | Borough | 8.6 mi | — |
| Gray CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| New Centerville borough | Borough | 8.8 mi | — |
| Acosta CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4211137920. • 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.