West Hazleton is a borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. The borough is 31 miles (50 km) south of Wilkes Barre and had a population of 5,167 as of the 2020 census.
| Name: | West Hazleton borough |
|---|---|
| LSAD Code: | 21 |
| LSAD Description: | borough (suffix) |
| State: | Pennsylvania |
| County: | Luzerne County |
| Incorporated: | 1887 |
| Total Area: | 1.58 sq mi (4.09 km²) |
| Land Area: | 1.58 sq mi (4.09 km²) |
| Water Area: | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²) |
| Total Population: | 5,167 |
| Population Density: | 2,758.07/sq mi (1,064.97/km²) |
| Area code: | 570 |
| FIPS code: | 4283136 |
| Website: | www.westhazletonboro.org |
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History
West Hazleton was founded by Conrad Horn, and it was officially established as a borough on March 12, 1887. West Hazleton gained prominence in the 19th and 20th centuries as an active anthracite coal mining community; it attracted thousands of European immigrants. The first burgess was J.W. McMurtrie; he served from 1888 to 1890. West Hazleton was once home to Hazle Park, a popular attraction in the area. The legendary Babe Ruth played at the nearby Cranberry Ballpark.
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Geography
West Hazleton is located at 40°57′42″N 75°59′56″W / 40.96167°N 75.99889°W / 40.96167; -75.99889 (40.961651, -75.998915). According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 1.5 square miles (3.9 km), all land. West Hazleton is a small strip of land west of Hazleton City; it is mostly concentrated around PA Route 93. Interstate 81 runs through the northern section of the borough. West Hazleton is mostly residential; it also consists of two shopping centers, an industrial park, a movie theater, and a youth sports complex.
Education
West Hazleton is part of Hazleton Area School District. West Hazleton Elementary/Middle School is located within the borough.
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