Laurel Mountain borough, Pennsylvania
Laurel Mountain borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Laurel Mountain borough is a geographic entity located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 142. The land area covers 0.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 142 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 58.1 yrs | ±10.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 62 | ±26 | 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 | 104 | ±34 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 62 | ±26 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 42 | ±18 |
| Median Home Value | $260,700 | ±$46,143 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,500 | ±$30,289 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,086 | ±$6,330 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2 | ±3 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% | ±12.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 54 | ±30 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.2% | ±17.1% |
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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BOROUGH OF LAUREL MOUNTAIN
GUS Population: 143 (2024)
ID: 174163
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
PO BOX 84, LAUGHLINTOWN PA 15655-0084
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GUS Population: 350,935 (2024)
ID: 212195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
2 N MAIN ST, STE 107, GREENSBURG PA 15601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Johnstown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Davidsville, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Derry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Derry, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Jones Mills, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Somerset, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Latrobe, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Johnstown, 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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Saint Vincent College
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College | 12.8 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Rd, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7245399761
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LIGONIER VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 120 WEST MAIN ST, LIGONIER, PA, 15658 |
(724) 238-6451
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Saint Vincent Seminary
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College | 12.8 mi away | 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA, 15650-2690 |
7248052395
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CALDWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 982 NORTH CHESTNUT EXTENSION, DERRY, PA, 15627 |
(724) 694-5765
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Commonwealth Technical Institute
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College | 14.0 mi away | 727 Goucher St, Johnstown, PA, 15905 |
8142558200
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ADAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 1112 LIGONIER ST, LATROBE, PA, 15650 |
(724) 539-1972
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DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
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College | 15.5 mi away | 1086 Franklin St, Johnstown, PA, 15905-4398 |
8145345844
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NEW FLORENCE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 122 LIGONIER STREET, NEW FLORENCE, PA, 15944 |
(724) 235-2249
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Somerset County Technology Center
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College Vocational | 16.5 mi away | 281 Technology Dr, Somerset, PA, 15501-4309 |
81444336516133
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SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY CONEMAUGH BRANCH
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 959 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HOLLSOPPLE, PA, 15935 |
(814) 479-0766
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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 LAUREL MTN, PA US, located 0.8 miles from Laurel Mountain borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.7° | 18.8° | 27.2° | 4.13" | — |
| February | 38.7° | 20.4° | 29.6° | 3.26" | — |
| March | 47.9° | 27.4° | 37.6° | 4.33" | — |
| April | 60.7° | 38.4° | 49.6° | 4.57" | — |
| May | 69.4° | 47.9° | 58.7° | 4.49" | — |
| June | 76.1° | 56.6° | 66.4° | 4.99" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 60.6° | 70.2° | 4.73" | — |
| August | 78.2° | 59.2° | 68.7° | 3.97" | — |
| September | 71.6° | 51.7° | 61.6° | 4.43" | — |
| October | 62.1° | 41.1° | 51.6° | 3.62" | — |
| November | 49.8° | 33.1° | 41.5° | 3.40" | — |
| December | 40.5° | 25.6° | 33.0° | 3.64" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Mountain borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ligonier borough | Borough | 3.6 mi | — |
| Gray CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Jennerstown borough | Borough | 7.3 mi | — |
| Boswell borough | Borough | 9.0 mi | — |
| Edie CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4212941834. • 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.