Norristown, Pennsylvania
Norristown: County seat of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Norristown is a city located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 34,324 and a population density of 9,508 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 34,323 inhabitants.
The city was created 342 years ago in 1681.
Quick Facts about Norristown
| Population : | 34,323 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County : | Montgomery County |
| Area : | 3.61 km2 |
| Altitude : | 135 feet / 41 meters |
| Capital city : | Norristown is capital of Montgomery County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1682 (342 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 01:33:45 (25th November 2024) |
| Postal code : | 19401 |
| Density : | 9,508 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -0% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Norristown is located at 40°7'17"N 75°20'24"W (40.1215000, -75.3399000).
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- Official Website
Official website of Norristown
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Norristown decreased by 0% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 34,324 | - | census |
| 2011 | 34,553 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 34,569 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 34,566 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 34,600 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 34,486 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 34,500 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 34,444 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 34,393 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 34,341 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 34,323 | -0.05% | estimation process |
Other Places in Norristown
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People born in Norristown (100)
People born in Norristown, including jazz bassist, producer, educator Jaco Pastorius, actress and writer Maria Bello, politician Jonathan Roberts, .
List
- Peter Boyle (American actor) he was born in 18/10/1935
- Jimmy Smith (American jazz musician) he was born in 08/12/1925
- James Madison Porter (American politician (1793-1862)) he was born in 06/01/1793
- Jerry Spinelli (American children's writer) he was born in 01/02/1941
- Mike Piazza (American baseball player) he was born in 04/09/1968
- Al Cantello (American Olympic athlete) he was born in 09/06/1933
- John F. Street (American politician) he was born in 15/10/1943
- David R. Porter (ninth Governor of Pennsylvania (1788-1867)) he was born in 31/10/1788
- E. Otis Charles (American bishop) he was born in 24/04/1926
- Richard Schweiker (American politician (1926-2015)) he was born in 01/06/1926
- Joseph Henrich (Evolutionary Biologist) he was born in 06/09/1968
- Josh Culbreath (American hurdler) he was born in 14/09/1932
- Tommy Lasorda (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 22/09/1927
- Marques Green (American basketball player) he was born in 18/03/1982
- William Moore (New Jersey congressman from the United States (1810-1878)) he was born in 25/12/1810
- Franny Beecher (Rock and roll musician) he was born in 29/09/1921
- Ken Myers (American rower) he was born in 26/08/1896
- George Bryan Porter (American politician (1791-1834)) he was born in 09/02/1791
Schools in Norristown
College & universities near Norristown, PA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 488369 | Premier Barber Institute | Norristown (PA) | 19401-5163 |
| 486105 | Professional Academy of Cosmetology | Norristown (PA) | 19401-0000 |
| 210809 | American College of Financial Services | King of Prussia (PA) | 19406 |
| 215044 | Cortiva Institute-King of Prussia | King of Prussia (PA) | 19406 |
| 216348 | Theological Seminary of the Reformed Episcopal Church | Blue Bell (PA) | 19422-1257 |
Stations (31)
Amtrak & bus stations near Norristown, PA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARD | Ardmore | Station Road and Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
| PAO | Paoli | 13 Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
| PHN | North Philadelphia station | 2900 North Broad St. | RAIL |
| PHL | 30th Street Station | 2955 Market St. | RAIL |
| EXT | Exton | 425 Walkertown Road | RAIL |
Post offices near Norristown
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Norristown Post Office | Norristown (PA) | 19401 |
| Bridgepor Post Office | Bridgeport (PA) | 19405 |
| Conshohocken Carrier Annex Post Office | Conshohocken (PA) | 19428 |
| Eagleville Carrier Annex Post Office | Norristown (PA) | 19403 |
| Blue Bell Post Office | Blue Bell (PA) | 19422 |
Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Abington | 55,285 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Haverford | 49,547 | A borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. |
| Cheltenham | 37,080 | Unincorporated community in Cheltenham Township, Pennsylvania |
| Horsham | 26,524 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Pottstown | 22,580 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| King of Prussia | 19,936 | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Limerick | 19,500 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Whitemarsh | 18,584 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Lansdale | 17,335 | Borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Willow Grove | 15,726 | Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, USA |
| West Norriton | 15,668 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Skippack | 14,554 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Franconia | 13,500 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| New Hanover | 13,464 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
| Montgomeryville | 12,624 | Census designated place |
| Lower Gwynedd | 11,531 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Norristown distances to largest Pennsylvania cities
