Otter Creek township, Pennsylvania
Otter Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Otter Creek township is a geographic entity located in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 509. The land area covers 11.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 509 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±10.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 236 | ±47 | 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 | 251 | ±48 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 236 | ±47 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15 | ±16 |
| Median Home Value | $111,100 | ±$25,921 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,080 | ±$130 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,750 | ±$8,223 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,174 | ±$4,404 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 61 | ±36 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 172 | ±45 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.4% | ±10.9% |
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 OTTER CREEK
GUS Population: 510 (2024)
ID: 112241
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SECRETARY
16 LINN TYRO RD, GREENVILLE PA 16125
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GUS Population: 108,140 (2024)
ID: 173732
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF CLERK
103 COURT HOUSE, MERCER PA 16137-1224
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Hermitage, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Kinsman, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kinsman, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Kinsman, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Brookfield, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brookfield, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Brookfield, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Sharon, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Cochranton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cochranton, 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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Thiel College
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College | 4.9 mi away | 75 College Ave, Greenville, PA, 16125-2181 |
7245892000
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GREENVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 330 MAIN ST, GREENVILLE, PA, 16125 |
(724) 588-5490
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Sharon Regional School of Nursing
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College Vocational | 15.2 mi away | 740 E State St, Sharon, PA, 16146 | — |
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MERCER AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 110 E. VENANGO ST., MERCER, PA, 16137 |
(724) 662-4233
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango
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College | 15.6 mi away | 147 Shenango Avenue, Sharon, PA, 16146-1537 |
7249832803
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MARGARET SHONTZ MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 145 SECOND ST, CONNEAUT LAKE, PA, 16316 |
(814) 382-6666
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Laurel Technical Institute
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College | 16.5 mi away | 2370 Broadway Avenue, Hermitage, PA, 16148 |
7249830700
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COCHRANTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 107 W PINE ST, COCHRANTON, PA, 16314 |
(814) 425-3996
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Crawford County Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 860 Thurston Rd, Meadville, PA, 16335 |
8147246028
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF THE SHENANGO VALLEY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 11 N SHARPSVILLE AVE, SHARON, PA, 16146 |
(724) 981-4360
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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 JAMESTOWN 2 NW, PA US, located 11.7 miles from Otter Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.7° | 16.4° | 25.0° | 3.16" | 18.6" |
| February | 36.3° | 16.5° | 26.4° | 2.26" | 13.3" |
| March | 45.2° | 24.3° | 34.7° | 3.00" | 9.5" |
| April | 59.1° | 34.7° | 46.9° | 3.93" | 1.6" |
| May | 69.5° | 45.6° | 57.6° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.5° | 54.4° | 66.0° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.1° | 58.7° | 69.9° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.7° | 57.1° | 68.4° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 50.5° | 62.0° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.9° | 40.0° | 50.9° | 3.55" | 0.1" |
| November | 49.5° | 31.1° | 40.3° | 3.22" | 5.0" |
| December | 38.6° | 23.2° | 30.9° | 3.22" | 13.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville borough | Borough | 4.8 mi | — |
| Fredonia borough | Borough | 5.2 mi | — |
| Sheakleyville borough | Borough | 5.8 mi | — |
| Reynolds Heights CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Atlantic CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Clark borough | Borough | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4208557304. • 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.