Porter township, Pennsylvania
Porter township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Porter township is a geographic entity located in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,539. The land area covers 7.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,539 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±8.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 641 | ±111 | 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 | 697 | ±118 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 641 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 56 | ±42 |
| Median Home Value | $226,500 | ±$20,046 |
| Median Gross Rent | $619 | ±$121 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,920 | ±$16,714 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,739 | ±$5,715 |
| Poverty Rate | 13% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 197 | ±108 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 760 | ±227 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±6.7% |
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 PORTER
GUS Population: 1,522 (2024)
ID: 133827
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
5 SHAFFER LN, JERSEY SHORE PA 17740-8549
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GUS Population: 113,236 (2024)
ID: 194490
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
48 W 3RD ST, WILLIAMSPORT PA 17701-6536
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Jersey Shore, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | South Williamsport, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mill Hall, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Mill Hall, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Williamsport, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Williamsport, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Cogan Station, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Williamsport, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Jersey Shore, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Jersey Shore, 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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Pennsylvania College of Technology
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College | 13.5 mi away | One College Ave, Williamsport, PA, 17701-5799 |
5703263761
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JERSEY SHORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 110 OLIVER STREET, JERSEY SHORE, PA, 17740 |
(570) 398-9891
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Lycoming College
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College | 14.8 mi away | One College Place, Williamsport, PA, 17701-5192 |
5703214000
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JAMES V BROWN LIBRARY BOOK BUS
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 19 E FRONT ST., WILLIAMSPORT, PA, 17707 |
(570) 326-0536
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ANNIE HALENBAKE ROSS LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 232 WEST MAIN ST, LOCK HAVEN, PA, 17745 |
(570) 748-3321
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JAMES V.BROWN LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 19 EAST 4TH ST, WILLIAMSPORT, PA, 17701 |
(570) 326-0536
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JAMES V.BROWN LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 19 EAST 4TH ST, WILLIAMSPORT, PA, 17701 |
(570) 326-0536
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JAMES V.BROWN LIBRARY STORY MOBILE
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 19 E 4TH ST, WILLIAMSPORT, PA, 17701 |
(570) 326-0536
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DR WILLIAM B KONKLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 384 BROAD ST, MONTOURSVILLE, PA, 17754 |
(570) 368-1840
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MONTGOMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 1 SOUTH MAIN STREET, MONTGOMERY, PA, 17752 |
(570) 547-6212
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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 LOCK HAVEN SEWAGE PLT, PA US, located 9.8 miles from Porter township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.9° | 18.3° | 26.6° | 2.76" | 7.5" |
| February | 38.1° | 19.1° | 28.6° | 2.15" | 7.9" |
| March | 47.8° | 26.5° | 37.2° | 3.14" | 6.2" |
| April | 61.8° | 36.4° | 49.1° | 3.56" | 0.6" |
| May | 72.7° | 47.3° | 60.0° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.3° | 56.7° | 68.5° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 61.2° | 73.0° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.0° | 59.7° | 71.4° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.8° | 52.6° | 64.2° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.5° | 40.6° | 52.1° | 3.76" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.5° | 30.9° | 40.7° | 2.96" | 1.4" |
| December | 39.5° | 24.1° | 31.8° | 3.02" | 5.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Shore borough | Borough | 1.2 mi | — |
| Avis borough | Borough | 2.6 mi | — |
| Woolrich CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Salladasburg borough | Borough | 5.3 mi | — |
| McElhattan CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Rauchtown CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4208162184. • 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.