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List of Cities in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a state located in the Northeastern region of the United States and is home to many cities with rich history, culture, and economic opportunities. Philadelphia, the largest city in the state with a population of approximately 1.6 million, is known for being the birthplace of American democracy and for its cultural hub with a thriving arts scene and diverse food culture.

Pittsburgh, located in western Pennsylvania, has a thriving technology and innovation industry and is known for its beautiful architecture. With a population of approximately 300,000, Pittsburgh is the second-largest city in Pennsylvania.

Allentown, located in eastern Pennsylvania, is a city with a population of approximately 120,000 known for its vibrant arts and culture scene and is a major center for commerce and industry. 

Harrisburg, the state capital with a population of approximately 50,000, is a hub for business and commerce with many corporations and financial institutions located in the city. 

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Pennsylvania Cities by Population

There are 57 cities in the State of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia city which has a population of 1.6 million is the most populated and largest city in Pennsylvania. Its followed by Pittsburgh (304.391),  Allentown (120,207), Erie (99,475), and Reading (87,879).

Let’s have a look at the Top Cities and Towns in Pennsylvania by Population

#NamePopulation (2020 Census)
1Philadelphia16,037,971
2Pittsburgh302,971
3Allentown125,845
4Reading95,112
5Erie94,831
6Scranton76,328
7Bethlehem75,781
8Lancaster58,039
9Harrisburg50,135
10York44,800
11Altoona43,963
12Wilkes-Barre40,806
13Chester32,605
14Hazleton29,963
15McCandless29,709
16Easton28,127
17Williamsport27,754
18Lebanon26,814
19New Castle21,926
20Johnstown18,411
21McKeesport17,727
22Hermitage16,230
23Greensburg14,976
24Bloomsburg14,536
25Butler13,502
26Coatesville13,350
27Pottsville13,346
28Washington13,176
29Sharon13,147
30Meadville13,050
31St. Marys12,738
32New Kensington12,170
33Lower Burrell11,758
34Nanticoke10,628
35Uniontown9,984
36Sunbury9,719
37Oil City9,613
38Warren9,404
39Aliquippa9,238
40Beaver Falls9,005
41Carbondale8,828
42Jeannette8,780
43Lock Haven8,108
44Latrobe8,060
45Bradford7,849
46Pittston7,591
47Du Bois7,510
48Connellsville7,031
49Shamokin6,942
50Monessen6,876
51Corry6,210
52Clairton6,181
53Franklin6,077
54Titusville5,262
55Duquesne5,254
56Arnold4,772
57Farrell4,258
58Monongahela4,159
59Parker695

Source: US Census 2020

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