Lansford, Pennsylvania

Lansford is a borough located in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, 35 miles (56 km) (direct) north of Reading. Settled in 1845, Lansford was incorporated in 1876. In 1900, 4,888 people lived in Lansford; in 1910, 8,321 people inhabited it, and in 1940, 8,710 residents called Lansford home. As of the 2000 census, the borough had a total population of 4,230. Lansford is located south of Hazleton, near anthracite mines.

Geography

Lansford is located at 40°49'53" North, 75°52'60" West (40.831527, -75.883316){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 4.0 km² (1.6 mi²). 4.0 km² (1.6 mi²) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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